The Senate has firmly questioned the adequacy and accuracy of the Government’s response to the worsening drought situation across Kenya’s arid and semi arid lands (ASAL), directing the Cabinet Secretary to return to the House with clear and more comprehensive data.

Appearing before the Senate Plenary on Wednesday, the Cabinet Secretary for East African Community Affairs, the ASALs and Regional Development, Beatrice Askul told Senators that the Government remained committed to protecting the lives and livelihoods of Kenyans affected by prolonged drought conditions.

The Government will meet medical and burial expenses for Kenyans injured or killed in the recent floods that have claimed dozens of lives across the country.

The National Assembly has given the green light to the 2026 Budget Policy Statement (BPS), setting the stage for the next financial year with a total national government budget ceiling of Kshs. 2.878 trillion. Lawmakers not only approved the funding ceilings but also adopted crucial policy resolutions aimed at improving efficiency, transparency, and service delivery across sectors.