40 relief trucks dispatched to seven drought-stricken counties as Kenyans urged to donate

The Kenya Red Cross Society and partner donors have flagged off 40 trucks of relief food to seven drought-stricken counties, urging more Kenyans to contribute to the humanitarian effort...

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Kenya Red Cross Society, alongside various donors, has dispatched 40 relief trucks carrying an estimated Sh40 million worth of food supplies to seven drought-stricken counties.

40 trucks loaded with essential foodstuffs have been sent to the most affected regions.
The Kenya Red Cross Society is coordinating the distribution efforts.
Approximately 3.3 million Kenyans are currently facing hunger across 23 counties, with a potential increase to 3.6 million by the end of March.

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