{"count":1608389,"next":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/?format=json&page=157301","previous":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/?format=json&page=157299","results":[{"id":1591192,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1591192/?format=json","text_counter":178,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Hon. John Mbadi","speaker_title":"The Cabinet Secretary for The National Treasury and Economic Planning","speaker":null,"content":"Ksh100 million for expansion of comprehensive cancer treatment at Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral and Research Hospital (KUTRRH). To improve health service delivery, I have also proposed a sum of Ksh42.4 billion for our referral hospitals including: Kenyatta National Hospital, Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital, Kenyatta University Teaching and Referral Hospital, Mwai Kibaki Teaching and Referral Hospital in Othaya, Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital in Kisumu, and Mathari National Teaching and Referral Hospital. Other allocations include, Ksh1.3 billion for the construction of Kenyatta National Hospital Burns and Paediatrics Centre. I have also proposed Ksh5.2 billion for Kenya Medical Supplies Agency (KEMSA) to recapitalise it, Ksh2.7 billion for the Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI), Ksh500 million for procurement of family planning and productive health commodities, and Ksh300 million for procurement of equipment at the National Blood Transfusion Services. Further, to strengthen the capacity of medical personnel, I have also proposed an allocation of Ksh4.3 billion for medical interns, Ksh3.2 billion for Community Health Promoters (CHPs), Ksh303 million for training of health personnel, and Ksh8.9 billion for the Kenya Medical Training Centres (KMTCs). On digital superhighway and creative economy, which is the other pillar of the Bottom- Up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA) principle, the government continues to invest in digital superhighway to improve Information Communication and Technology (ICT) infrastructure, and expand internet access nationwide. The creative industry is a significant source of employment, particularly for the youth. It has the potential to address higher unemployment rates through promotion of music, theatre, graphic design, digital animation, fashion and craft, among others. To support growth in the digital superhighway, I have proposed an allocation of Ksh12.7 billion to fund initiatives in the ICT sector. Specifically, this proposed allocation includes Ksh2.3 billion for the construction of Kenya Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (Kenya-AIST) at Konza Technopolis, Ksh3.7 billion for Kenya Digital Economy Acceleration Project (KDEAP), Ksh333.2 million for Government-shared services, Ksh382 million for the digital superhighway, Ksh689 million for the establishment of digital hubs, and Ksh750 million for maintenance and rehabilitation of Kenya National Optic Fibre Backbone Infrastructure (NOFBI). In order to fast-track the development of the Konza Technopolis City, I have proposed an allocation of Ksh3.1 billion for Konza Data Centre and smart city facilities. The Government is also committed to enhance transparency, accountability and efficiency in public procurement. I have in this regard proposed an allocation of Ksh700 million for rolling out the implementation of the Electronic Government Procurement (e-GP) System. Other key allocations to critical sectors supporting BETA include investing in critical infrastructure. The Government will continue to invest in transportation networks including roads, railways and air travel, to reduce travel time and logistic costs. This will make markets more accessible and facilitate the movement of goods and people. Towards this end, I have proposed an allocation of Ksh217.3 billion for development of roads across the country. This includes Ksh30 billion to support construction of new roads and bridges, Ksh70.8 billion for rehabilitation of roads, because the length of roads is too long, and Ksh115.6 billion for road maintenance. This Ksh115 billion is more than the Ksh85 million that we have in the current Budget by Ksh30 billion. To expand railway transport and its infrastructure, I have proposed an allocation of Ksh38 billion. I have also proposed an allocation of Ksh450 million to the Kenya Ferry ramp in Mombasa, Ksh331 million for Nairobi Bus Rapid Transport (BRT) Project, and Ksh298.7 million for promotion of e-mobility projects. To facilitate movement of goods and people in our inland waters, I have also proposed an additional Ksh110.4 million for acquisition of ferries for Lake Victoria. The electronic version of the Official Hansard Report is for information purposesonly. A certified version of this Report can be obtained from the Hansard Editor."},{"id":1591193,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1591193/?format=json","text_counter":179,"type":"scene","speaker_name":"","speaker_title":"","speaker":null,"content":"(Applause)"},{"id":1591194,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1591194/?format=json","text_counter":180,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Hon. John Mbadi","speaker_title":"The Cabinet Secretary for The National Treasury and Economic Planning","speaker":null,"content":"To scale up production of reliable and affordable energy, I have proposed an allocation of Ksh62.8 billion to cater for key energy interventions. This includes Ksh31.6 billion for the National Grid System, Ksh16.3 billion for Rural Electrification, Ksh11.6 billion for development of geothermal energy, Ksh2.1 billion for alternative energy technologies, and Ksh743 million for development of nuclear energy. Let me now talk about improving education outcomes. The education sector plays a vital role in economic development by enhancing human capital, driving innovation and improving productivity. To this end, the Government continues to invest in education to raise learning outcomes, and ensure equal opportunities for all. I have proposed a total allocation of Ksh702.7 billion to the education sector; which is almost 28 per cent of our entire budget."},{"id":1591195,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1591195/?format=json","text_counter":181,"type":"scene","speaker_name":"","speaker_title":"","speaker":null,"content":"(Applause)"},{"id":1591196,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1591196/?format=json","text_counter":182,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Hon. John Mbadi","speaker_title":"The Cabinet Secretary for The National Treasury and Economic Planning","speaker":null,"content":"This will include an allocation of Ksh387.2 billion to the Teacher Service Commission (TSC). The allocation for TSC will include Ksh7.2 billion for recruitment of intern teachers, and Ksh980 for capacity building of teachers on Competence-Based Education (CBE). Further, I have proposed an allocation of Ksh7 billion for free primary education, Ksh28.9 billion for Junior Secondary School (JSS) capitation, and Ksh51.9 billion for free day secondary education. In addition, I have also proposed an allocation of Ksh5.9 billion for administering the national examinations, Ksh3 billion for the school feeding programme, and Ksh4 billion for the Technical and Vocational Educational and Training (TVET) and entrepreneurship project. To enhance infrastructure development and provide a safe learning environment in our schools, I have proposed an allocation of Ksh1.7 billion for primary and secondary schools’ infrastructure, and Ksh1.4 billion for construction and equipping of technical training institutes and vocational training centres. In addition, I have proposed Ksh13.3 billion for the Kenya Primary Education Equity in Learning Programme (KPEELP), and Ksh2.3 billion for the Kenya Secondary School Quality Improvement Project (SEQIP). Other proposed allocations to the education sector include: Ksh993 million for research, science, technology and innovation, Ksh41.5 billion to the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) for provision of loans to university and TVET students; this has increased from Ksh35 billion. There is also Ksh16.9 billion for scholarship for university students, and Ksh7.7 billion capitation and scholarships for TVET students. In supporting manufacturing for job creation and to continue promoting local industries, I have proposed an allocation of Ksh18 billion under various implementing Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs). Out of this, Ksh4.5 billion will support establishment of County Integrated Agro-Industrial Parks (CIAIPs) in various counties, Ksh2.8 billion will go to Supporting Access to Finance and Enterprise Recover (SAFER), Ksh602 million for a development of Athi River Textile Hub, Ksh705 million for establishment of flagship Export Processing Zones (EPZs) hubs, Ksh504 million for development of Special Economic Zone (SEZ) Textile Park in Naivasha, and Ksh798 million for Kenya Jobs and Economic Transformation (KJET). In order to revitalise and maximise the benefits from our cash crops, I have proposed Ksh2 billion for Coffee Cherry Advance Revolving Fund (CCARF), and another Ksh2 billion for coffee debt waivers. This is up from the Ksh3 billion that was allocated to this sub-sector in the last financial year. Another Ksh1.5 billion has been allocated for sugar sector reforms, The electronic version of the Official Hansard Report is for information purposesonly. A certified version of this Report can be obtained from the Hansard Editor."},{"id":1591197,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1591197/?format=json","text_counter":183,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Hon. John Mbadi","speaker_title":"The Cabinet Secretary for The National Treasury and Economic Planning","speaker":null,"content":"Ksh120 million for modernisation and revitalisation of cotton ginneries and Ksh200 million for horticulture produce compliance enhancement project. To support local production and processing of edible oils, I have proposed an allocation of Ksh300 million for the national edible oil crops promotion project. To enhance milk processing, I have proposed an allocation of Ksh400 million for excess milk mop-up and Ksh150 million for modernisation of milk processing factories in Runyenjes and Narok. To equip our youth with essential training and internship opportunities in trade and industry, I have proposed an allocation of Ksh330 million for the Kenya Industry and Entrepreneurship Project, Ksh500 million for the construction of industrial research laboratories and Ksh109 million for Constituency Industrial Development Centres (CIDCs). Let me now speak to improving security. A stable and secure environment fosters investment, trade and overall economic growth. In this regard, I have proposed an allocation of Ksh202.2 billion for defence, Ksh125.7 billion for the National Police Service (NPS), Ksh51.4 billion for the National Intelligence Service (NIS), Ksh32.5 billion for Internal Security and National Administration and Ksh38.1 billion for Kenya Prison Service. I have also proposed an additional allocation of Ksh10 billion to cater for leasing of police motor vehicles and Ksh3.6 billion for police modernisation programme. To combat crime and enhance administration of justice, I have proposed an allocation of Ksh1.2 billion for construction and modernisation of national forensic facilities. Let me turn to protecting vulnerable groups in our society. Social protection services are crucial for building more equitable and resilient societies by reducing poverty, inequality and vulnerability as well as promoting economic growth and social cohesion. I have, in this regard, proposed an allocation of Ksh41.4 billion to protect the vulnerable members of our society and promote affirmative action. This is an increase from Ksh33 billion in the current financial year. Out of this allocation, Ksh25.1 billion will cater for cash transfers to the elderly persons. This has increased from Ksh18 billion, an increase of Ksh7 billion. The Ksh8.9 billion will be for cash transfers to orphans and vulnerable children. Again, this is an increase of Ksh1 billion more. Ksh1.5 billion will be for cash transfers to PWDs. This has been increased from Ksh1.19 billion. The proposed allocations also include Ksh3.9 billion for the Kenya Hunger Safety Net Programme, Ksh450 million for the National Fund for the Disabled of Kenya (NFDK). In addition, Ksh600 million will go to the Child Welfare Society of Kenya (CWSK), Ksh100 million for the Presidential Bursary for Orphans, Ksh180 million for the Street Families Rehabilitation Trust Fund, Ksh90 million for the National Albinism Support Programme and Ksh90 million for the National Autism Support Programme. On equity, poverty reduction, women and youth empowerment, unemployment remains one of the most persistent and challenging issues facing the country today. The challenge is not only about job creation but also bridging the critical gap between education and employment and developing relevant skills for the modern economy. To empower the youth, support businesses owned by the youth and women and to promote development in constituencies, I have proposed Ksh105.6 billion for these initiatives. This allocation includes Ksh10 billion for the National Youth Service (NYS), Ksh3.6 billion for the National Youth Opportunity towards Advancement (NYOTA) and Ksh318 million for the Youth Enterprise Development Fund. In addition, I have proposed an allocation of Ksh990 million for film development services. To further empower women and girls, I have proposed Ksh353 million for the Women Enterprise Fund, Ksh940 million for provision of sanitary towels to school-going girls, Ksh254 million for strengthening prevention and response to gender-based violence in Kenya, Ksh110 million for eradication of Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) and Ksh4 billion for the National Government Affirmative Action Fund (NGAAF). To promote regional equity, reduce poverty and enhance social development across the country, I have proposed Ksh58.8 billion for the National Government Constituencies The electronic version of the Official Hansard Report is for information purposesonly. A certified version of this Report can be obtained from the Hansard Editor."},{"id":1591198,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1591198/?format=json","text_counter":184,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Hon. John Mbadi","speaker_title":"The Cabinet Secretary for The National Treasury and Economic Planning","speaker":null,"content":"Development Fund (NG-CDF), Ksh9.6 billion for the Equalisation Fund to finance programmes in identified marginalised areas and Ksh15.9 billion for the Kenya Devolution Support Programme II. To stimulate tourism growth, sports, culture, recreation and arts in order to harness national pride, empower the youth and position Kenya as a regional beacon of talent and heritage, I have proposed an allocation of Ksh29.7 billion to support sports, culture, recreation as well as tourism. This proposed allocation includes Ksh13.5 billion for the Sports, Arts and Social Development Fund, Ksh2.3 billion to establish an automation and digitisation system for the Sports Registrar, Ksh241 million for the Anti-Doping Agency of Kenya (ADAK) to enable Kenya to remain competitive in athletics and other sports, Ksh402 million for Sports Kenya, Ksh245 million for the Kenya Academy of Sports, Ksh8.2 billion for the Tourism Fund and Ksh4.8 billion for the Tourism Promotion Fund. On environmental protection, water and natural resources, to safeguard natural ecosystems, ensure sustainable water use and tackle the impact of climate change, I have proposed an allocation of Ksh10.7 billion for forest resources conservation and management, Ksh1.6 billion for forest research and development, Ksh3.7 billion for environment management and protection, Ksh11.5 billion for the Kenya Financing Locally-Led Climate Action Project (FLLOCA), Ksh1.6 billion for the Kenya Meteorological Service, Ksh13.2 billion for wildlife security, conservation and management and Ksh953 million for wildlife research and development. In addition, I have proposed an allocation of Ksh1.1 billion for human-wildlife conflict compensation and Ksh950 million for wildlife insurance. I have also proposed an allocation of Ksh26.8 billion for water and sewerage infrastructure development. Out of this, Ksh16.5 billion will go to water resource management and Ksh1.9 billion for water storage and flood control. In addition, I have proposed Ksh15 billion for irrigation and land reclamation and Ksh266 million for water harvesting and storage for irrigation. To improve governance and sustain the fight against corruption to enhance good governance, intensify the fight against corruption and entrench integrity and accountability in public service delivery, I have proposed Ksh4.5 billion for the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC), Ksh4.5 billion for the Office of Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP), Ksh5.3 billion for the State Law Office and Ksh8.7 billion for the Office of the Auditor- General. In addition, to enhance the oversight and legislative role of Parliament, I propose an allocation of Ksh48 billion for Parliament. To enable administration of justice, I propose an allocation of Ksh27.8 billion for the Judiciary. Let me turn to allocation to county governments. To support devolution, county governments will receive Ksh405.1 billion in the 2025/2026 Financial Year as the equitable share of revenue raised nationally, an increase of Ksh17.6 billion from Ksh387.4 billion in the 2024/2025 Financial Year. The Ksh405.1 billion represents 25.8 per cent of the most recently audited revenues for the Financial Year 2020/2021, way higher than the minimum of 15 per cent prescribed in Article 203(2) of the Constitution. In order to ensure food and nutrition security, infrastructure development, improved water and sanitation systems, among others, the county governments will receive an additional Ksh69.8 billion as additional allocations."},{"id":1591199,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1591199/?format=json","text_counter":185,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Hon. John Mbadi","speaker_title":"The Cabinet Secretary for The National Treasury and Economic Planning","speaker":null,"content":"Hon. Speaker, next is on the Equalisation Fund. To support implementation of projects in marginalised areas, Ksh7.85 billion has been proposed as an allocation to the Equalisation Fund in the Financial Year 2025/2026 and an additional Ksh2.74 billion to settle outstanding arrears owed to the Fund. Allow me to now speak to the measures to enhance county governments’ own source revenue. The Own Source Revenue Policy recommended the development of a national framework legislation to regulate the introduction of taxes, fees and charges by the county governments. Consequently, the National Treasury and other stakeholders developed the The electronic version of the Official Hansard Report is for information purposesonly. A certified version of this Report can be obtained from the Hansard Editor."},{"id":1591200,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1591200/?format=json","text_counter":186,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Hon. John Mbadi","speaker_title":"The Cabinet Secretary for The National Treasury and Economic Planning","speaker":null,"content":"County Governments (Revenue Raising Process) Bill, which is currently before Parliament for consideration. I urge this honourable House to consider the Bill and prioritise its enactment. Hon. Speaker, I will now turn to tax policy measures supporting the Financial Year 2025/2026 Budget. These measures include proposals contained in the Finance Bill, 2025, as well as the customs duty measures agreed upon by the East African Community (EAC) Ministers for Finance during the EAC Pre-Budget Meeting held in May this year, which I attended. These measures are set to take effect from 1st July 2025. The freedoms we enjoy in this country have not come easy. In the last couple of years, Kenyans have spoken clearly and loudly on the desired direction in development of policy and governance of taxation. In 2023, the Minority Party in Parliament, supported by the efforts of the then Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Party Chairman, protested against the Finance Act, 2023."},{"id":1591201,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/1591201/?format=json","text_counter":187,"type":"scene","speaker_name":"","speaker_title":"","speaker":null,"content":"(Laughter)"}]}