Tanzania, May 5 -- Dar es Salaam. The government has proposed a Sh525.3 billion budget for the ministry of Information, Culture, Arts and Sports for 2026/27, with most of the funds directed to projects linked to the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).

Presenting the estimates in Parliament on May 4, 2026, the minister, Mr Paul Makonda, said the allocation represents a slight increase from Sh519.66 billion approved in 2025/26. He said Sh458.19 billion, about 87 percent of the total budget, has been set aside for development expenditure.

"The funds will support construction and rehabilitation of sports infrastructure ahead of the continental tournament," he said.

Recurrent expenditure includes Sh39.07 billion for salaries and Sh28.06 bil...