National Treasury Cabinet Secretary (CS) John Mbadi has dismissed claims that the proposed Finance Bill 2026 will make bottled water more expensive, insisting instead that the government is removing taxes to lower prices and encourage investment in the sector. Speaking while defending the proposed tax measures and revenue projections, Mbadi termed reports suggesting bottled water
National Treasury Cabinet Secretary (CS) John Mbadi has issued a public notice inviting Kenyans to submit tax policy proposals for the 2026/2027 Financial Year Budget. The call is pegged on constitutional requirements for transparency and public involvement in financial decision-making. The notice states that Article 201(a) of the Constitution requires” openness and accountability, including public