Kenya News Brief - Friday, Jun 12, 2026

Treasury CS John Mbadi presented a Sh4.8 trillion budget today, facing scrutiny over a Sh1 trillion deficit and seeking Sh1.2 trillion in loans amid rising costs. President Ruto's absence during the budget reading was defended by Speaker Wetang'ula. The budget allocates Sh177.2 billion to health for Universal Health Coverage, Sh567.3 billion to security, and significant funds to education and transport infrastructure. The Kenya Revenue Authority will monitor business transactions in real time from July 1 to boost tax compliance, while village elders will receive stipends for the first time. This episode features AI-powered summaries of the day's top Kenyan news stories.