Kenyan political and economic developments are unfolding as the government prepares the 2026/27 budget amid a complex domestic and global environment. The National Treasury has launched the short-term budget preparation process, with Treasury Principal Secretary Chris Kiptoo noting a rise in lending rates to 17.2%. Finance Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi highlighted that the budget is being formulated against global economic challenges, including rising trade barriers and tighter financial conditions, emphasizing the need to eliminate inefficiencies and duplication in resource allocation. Kenya's fiscal data reveals that ordinary government revenues grew more slowly, dropping from 18.5% growth in FY2013/14 to 5.7% in FY2024/25, with revenues for FY2024/25 closing at KES 2.92 trillion, falling short of targets by KES 67 billion. The fiscal deficit stood at KES 1.01 trillion (5.8% of GDP), financed by net borrowing. Projections for FY2025/26 estimate revenues at KES 3.32 trillion (17.2% of GDP) and expenditures at KES 4.27 trillion (22.2% of GDP), leaving a fiscal deficit of KES 901 billion (4.7% of GDP). Various government offices have proposed budget increases, including the Office of the Vice President seeking a 20% rise to P902.8 million and the Commission on Human Rights requesting P2.19 billion, hoping for an increased allocation. The Office of the President is seeking a 72% budget increase in 2026 in connection with Manila hosting ASEAN. Politically, the National Council of Churches of Kenya (NCCK) has challenged President William Ruto to substantiate his corruption claims in parliament. Meanwhile, youth Members of Parliament are rallying opposition parties to unite against President Ruto's 2027 re-election bid. The Kenya Moja Alliance announced plans to join forces with opposition leaders to form a political front aimed at blocking Ruto's re-election. Members of Parliament defended the National Government Constituencies Development Fund (NG-CDF), emphasizing its role in supporting projects like the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) education model, with MPs warning that without NG-CDF, such programs would face serious challenges. Some political leaders criticized opposition leader Raila Odinga's suggestion to have CDF funds managed by counties. Additionally, church leaders called on the president to provide evidence for corruption allegations and urged for the independence of the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC). Other social issues highlighted include ongoing university lecturers' strikes at Moi University demanding fulfillment of their demands, calls by women with disabilities for inclusion in government planning, and efforts to integrate youth into the agricultural sector to address unemployment.