NAIROBI — President William Ruto has said that Kenya’s 2026 Finance Act and Appropriation Act provide the legal and financial foundation to advance national priorities, create jobs, and improve livelihoods under the government’s Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA).
Speaking after signing the two key laws, Ruto emphasized that the national budget goes beyond revenue collection and expenditure planning, describing it as a clear statement of the country’s priorities and long-term development goals.
“When I assented to the Finance Act 2026 and the Appropriation Act 2026, Kenya now has the legal and financial framework to fund national priorities, create jobs, improve livelihoods, and invest in the country’s future under the BETA plan,” he said.
The BETA strategy focuses on transforming Kenya’s economy from the grassroots level, with key priorities including job creation, agricultural development, support for small and medium enterprises, affordable housing, and improved access to healthcare and basic services.
According to the President, the 2026/2027 budget is designed as a key tool for implementing the government’s development agenda and accelerating economic growth across the country.
He added that effective implementation of the budget will be critical in achieving sustainable development and improving living standards for ordinary Kenyans.
