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February 9, 2026
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Kenyans for Kenya: Government seeks Sh2b to rescue 3 million Kenyans facing starvation

Kenyans for Kenya: Government seeks Sh2b to rescue 3 million Kenyans facing starvation

Gov't to spend Sh4 billion monthly to provide food and water to 3.3 million people facing acute food insecurity across 23 counties as drought conditions worsen following failed October-December rains...

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The Kenyan government is seeking Sh2 billion in additional funding to combat a deepening drought crisis affecting over 3 million Kenyans. This comes as Deputy President Kithure Kindiki announced that the government will spend Sh4 billion monthly to provide essential aid.

  • The government plans to spend Sh4 billion monthly to assist 3.3 million people facing acute food insecurity across 23 counties.
  • Deputy President Kithure Kindiki appealed to development partners for Sh2 billion to support interventions like food, water, and medical supplies.
  • The October-December 2025 short rains delivered only 30 to 60 percent of the long-term average, making it the driest season since 1981 in parts of eastern Kenya.

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