Government raises defence budget by 17.57pc to boost modernization
The minister for Defence and National Service, Dr Rhimo Nyansaho (third left), is congratulated by former Permanent Secretaries and retired senior officials shortly after the approval of the ministry’s budget for the 2026/2027 financial year in Parliament yesterday. Looking on are the Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), General Jacob John Mkunda, and retired CDF George Waitara. PHOTO | Said Khamis
Dodoma. The government has increased its defence budget by 17.57 percent as part of efforts to modernise the country’s defence and strengthen operational readiness in response to emerging challenges.
Presenting the ministry’s budget estimates in Parliament yesterday the minister for Defence and National Service, Dr Rhimo Nyansaho, requested lawmakers to approve Sh4.29 trillion for the 2026/27 financial year.
