DODOMA, June 12 -- THE government has set aside a total of Sh1.3 trillion in the 2026/27 financial year to finance essential health services and settle verified arrears owed to suppliers, contractors, and local consultants.

Presenting the governments budget estimates for the 2026/27 financial year in Parliament, Minister for Finance Ambassador Dr Khamis Mussa Omar said the allocations are aimed at strengthening service delivery, improving efficiency, and accelerating implementation of key development projects.

Of the total allocation, Sh681.7 billion has been earmarked for the health sector. The funds will be used to procure medicines, medical equipment, and laboratory reagents, as well as support the construction and renovation of heal...