Deputy President Kithure Kindiki announced on X that the government has released additional resources to support the 3.3 million Kenyans affected by the drought.
The aid includes food and non-food items, water provision, livestock feed, and other essential interventions aimed at cushioning vulnerable communities and protecting livelihoods.
Kindiki said senior officials, including Cabinet Secretaries, Principal Secretaries, and heads of relevant agencies, held a high-level meeting to assess the drought situation and streamline delivery mechanisms.
“We reviewed the situation and agreed on how to ensure last mile delivery of aid reaches those in need,” he stated.
The move comes after meteorological reports indicated below-average rainfall across key agricultural regions, severely affecting crop yields and water availability.
Livestock farmers have also reported losses due to inadequate feed and water, compounding the vulnerability of rural households.
The government’s latest measures aim to mitigate these risks and ensure that essential support reaches all counties efficiently.
Kindiki emphasized that the government remains committed to protecting Kenyans from climate-related shocks.
He called on county governments and implementing agencies to work closely with national authorities to monitor progress and ensure transparency in distribution.
This announcement reveals the growing pressure on Kenya’s food security systems as climate variability continues to affect rainfall patterns, highlighting the need for long-term strategies to enhance resilience in drought-prone areas.
The government has urged all Kenyans to cooperate with authorities and report gaps in aid delivery to ensure no one is left behind during this period of heightened need.