The budget for State House is set for a dramatic increase after the government proposed an additional Sh8.4 billion allocation in revised budget estimates currently awaiting approval by the National Assembly of Kenya.
If the proposal sails through Parliament, the total budget for State House in the 2025/2026 financial year will surge from Sh7.7 billion to Sh16.1 billion, marking one of the most significant increases in funding for the presidency in recent years.
Documents from the National Treasury of Kenya indicate that the largest share of the increase will go to State House Nairobi, whose allocation is expected to jump sharply from Sh6 billion to Sh14 billion.
The revised estimates show steep increases across several operational expenditure items linked to the presidency under William Ruto. Spending on domestic travel has been revised upward from Sh376 million to Sh2 billion, while hospitality costs are set to rise from Sh338 million to Sh1.6 billion.
Fuel expenses are also projected to grow significantly, increasing from Sh191 million to Sh600 million, alongside a sharp rise in vehicle maintenance costs from Sh136 million to Sh530 million.
In addition, the budget for purchasing new vehicles is set to jump from Sh6.9 million to Sh141 million, reflecting a broader expansion in transport and logistical support within the presidency.
The additional funding forms part of the government’s Supplementary Budget Estimates, which adjust spending allocations during the financial year to address emerging needs and operational shortfalls across ministries and state departments.
The proposal now places the spotlight on National Assembly of Kenya, where Members of Parliament are expected to scrutinize the revised figures before granting approval for the additional funds.
The proposed increase is likely to spark debate among lawmakers and the public, particularly at a time when the government continues to emphasize fiscal discipline and prudent use of public resources amid growing economic pressures.
Once tabled and debated, MPs will decide whether to approve the revised estimates, amend them, or reject portions of the proposed allocations before the funds can be released.
State House budget could rise from Sh7.7 billion to Sh16.1 billion after the National Treasury proposed an additional Sh8.4 billion in revised estimates pending approval by Parliament.
