Economists rank education, security, agriculture as top priorities for budget
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October 5, 2025
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Economists are urging Government to prioritise critical national challenges in the 2026 Budget, including crime reduction, education reform, agricultural revitalisation, tourism development, and the urgent restructuring of the National Insurance Scheme (NIS).
They said these areas are seen as pivotal to restoring economic stability, enhancing social resilience, and securing long-term economic sustainability for the country.
The fiscal backdrop for the upcoming fiscal presentation is sobering.
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