Ksh 2.42 BILLION Released as Millions of Vulnerable Kenyans Receive Lifeline Payments
More than 1.2 million vulnerable Kenyans are set to benefit after the government released billions of shillings under its flagship social protection programme, offering a crucial financial lifeline amid rising economic pressures.
The Ministry of Labour and Social Protection confirmed on Thursday that Ksh 2.42 billion has been disbursed for the April 2026 cycle of the Inua Jamii cash transfer programme, targeting older persons and people living with severe disabilities across the country.
In an official statement issued on April 30, Labour Principal Secretary Joseph Motari said the funds would directly support over 1.2 million beneficiaries, each receiving a monthly stipend of Ksh 2,000.
“The Ministry of Labour and Social Protection, through the State Department for Social Protection and Senior Citizen Affairs, has released Ksh 2,426,132,000 for payments to 1,213,066 older persons and persons living with severe disability enrolled in the Inua Jamii programme,” the statement read.
Mr Motari confirmed that payments commenced immediately, with beneficiaries able to access the funds through established mobile money platforms.
The Inua Jamii programme, a cornerstone of Kenya’s social safety net, supports citizens aged 70 years and above, as well as individuals living with severe disabilities who are unable to sustain themselves through employment. The initiative aims to cushion the most vulnerable from economic hardship by providing consistent financial support for basic needs.
Launched in 2010 under various social assistance schemes, the programme was consolidated and rebranded as Inua Jamii in 2012 before undergoing further restructuring in 2015 during the administration of former President Uhuru Kenyatta.
Each registered beneficiary receives Ksh 2,000 per month, typically disbursed in two instalments of Ksh 4,000 every two months, ensuring a steady income stream for households that depend on the support.
The latest disbursement comes just weeks after the government released an additional Ksh 860 million to support over 430,000 orphans and vulnerable children under a related cash transfer scheme. Like the Inua Jamii beneficiaries, each child received Ksh 2,000 to help meet essential needs.
Beyond financial assistance, the programme is designed to improve broader social outcomes, including increased school enrolment, better nutrition, enhanced food security, and strengthened child welfare systems within households.
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