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 Mombasa, Kenya – June 9, 2025 –


Article by Evans Muguna: Government Disburses KShs. 3.5 Billion to Social Protection Beneficiaries Under Inua Jamii



In a move that reaffirms its commitment to uplifting the most vulnerable members of society, the Government of Kenya, through the Ministry of Labour and Social Protection, has disbursed KShs. 3.519 billion to 1.76 million beneficiaries under the Inua Jamii Cash Transfer Programme. This payout, covering the month of May 2025, is part of the Kenya Kwanza Administration’s broader Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA).

Government Spokesperson Hon. Sen. (Dr.) Isaac Mwaura, speaking during his address in Mombasa on June 9, highlighted this as a testament to President William Ruto’s enduring promise to protect Kenya’s older persons, orphans, vulnerable children, and people living with severe disabilities from economic hardship.

“The Inua Jamii Programme remains the cornerstone of our social protection strategy. It reflects our resolve to ensure no Kenyan is left behind,” stated Dr. Mwaura.

The funds were distributed as follows:

  • Older Persons Cash Transfer (OPCT): KShs. 2.5 billion to 1,253,045 households

  • Orphans and Vulnerable Children (OVC): KShs. 886.8 million to 443,004 households

  • People with Severe Disabilities (PWSD): KShs. 127.2 million to 63,607 households

Each beneficiary received a monthly stipend of KShs. 2,000 — a crucial lifeline that aids in securing basic needs such as food, medicine, and housing.

Inua Jamii has steadily become a reliable support mechanism, particularly in rural and underserved communities, where employment and healthcare services are often scarce. The government has consistently made these payments without delays, reinforcing public trust and ensuring continued improvement in the quality of life for the marginalised.

This targeted intervention is part of Kenya Kwanza’s larger plan to ensure equitable socio-economic growth. Through such programs, the administration not only cushions the vulnerable but also stimulates local economies by increasing purchasing power among low-income households.

As the government continues its fourth quarter county tour across the nation, such strides in social protection serve as strong indicators of a people-centred governance agenda, determined to deliver both dignity and development.

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