Treasury to Release Ksh.65 Billion to Address Teachers, Doctors Funding Gap

President William Ruto has officially assented to the Supplementary Appropriation Bill (National Assembly Bill No. 8 of 2025), paving the way for an injection of an additional Ksh.65.1 billion into the economy.

The Bill was signed Wednesday in the presence of Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi, as the state moves to address funding gaps in education, infrastructure and health sectors.

The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) is the major beneficiary, securing Ksh.18 billion to tackle pressing needs in the education sector.

This allocation will support teacher promotions, personal emoluments, and insurance shortfalls, ensuring better welfare for Kenyan teachers.

Higher education will also receive a substantial boost, with Ksh.16 billion directed to universities and Ksh.8 billion allocated for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions.

Meanwhile, the School Feeding Programme will benefit from an additional Ksh.600 million to sustain learners.

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Healthcare is another priority under the Bill, with Ksh.3 billion channeled to the Primary Healthcare Fund and an equal amount earmarked for emergency medical services.

The Kenya Medical Supplies Authority (KEMSA) will receive Ksh.1.5 billion for recapitalization, while Ksh.1.5 billion has been set aside to support healthcare interns, addressing staffing needs in the sector.

Farmers have not been left behind, as Ksh.6.6 billion is allocated for subsidized fertilizer to enhance agricultural productivity.

Infrastructure and rural development also featured in the Bill, with Ksh.1 billion directed to the Thwake Dam project and Ksh.1.2 billion for County Aggregation and Industrial Parks.

The Equalization Fund for Counties will see an infusion of Ksh.3.7 billion to promote balanced regional growth.

In a bid to support landless Kenyans, the Bill has allocated Ksh.370 million—though this remains the smallest funding item. Additionally, the New Kenya Co-operative Creameries (KCC) will receive Ksh.700 million to facilitate milk mopping operations, supporting dairy farmers nationwide.

The total cash injection under the Bill amounts to Ksh.65.17 billion, in what could be pictured as the government’s move addressing immediate financing needs in education, health, agriculture, and infrastructure.