This archive report was first published on 28 April 2020.
On April 28, 2020, the Kenyan government revealed that it would not achieve its annual goals, citing the devastating effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on the country's economy.
According to Ukur Yatani, the National Treasury Cabinet Secretary, the government's economic performance has been severely impacted by the pandemic.
Yatani stated, 'Serikali imedokeza kuwa haitaaafikia malengo yake ya mwaka huu, kufuatia athari za janga la corona kwa Uchumi wa nchi.'
Translated, Yatani's statement means that the government has admitted it will not meet its annual targets due to the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
The government's admission comes as the country continues to grapple with the effects of the pandemic, which has resulted in widespread economic disruption and a significant decline in revenue.
