The supplementary budget is designed to bring budget forecasts in line with current economic conditions, ensure the sustainability of public finances and address national priorities. According to the meeting report, the budget is balanced in both revenue and expenditure. Although the 7.4% decline is primarily due to a reduction in external resources, the government noted that the gap was offset by an increase in domestic revenues due to new fiscal reforms. These domestic benefits are directed at supporting security, humanitarian efforts, and strategic investments.
The revised budget is aimed at integrating external borrowing, including Eurobonds, and supporting key infrastructure projects, as well as the President's Youth Employment and Entrepreneurship Program. The government stressed that this adjustment is necessary to maintain macroeconomic stability and strengthen the financial autonomy of the state.
The original 2026 finance law, unveiled by President Chissekedi on December 29, 2025, was estimated at 54,335 trillion francs ($22 billion), 7.2% more than the additional 2025 budget of 50,691 trillion francs. However, revenue collection problems in the first quarter of 2026 that led to delays in paying salaries to budget staff required this revision.
In addition, the government cited global geopolitical tensions, especially in the Middle East, as a major concern. President Chisekedi has previously warned that these conflicts are having an impact on international energy and financial markets, requiring active economic measures. This legislative act was adopted in accordance with the instructions of Prime Minister Judith Suminva at the 88th meeting of the Council of Ministers, which was instructed to submit a draft law on additional funding for 2026 to the National Assembly by the end of May.
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