Government disburses Sh880 million to support orphans, vulnerable children
The funds, disbursed through the State Department for Children Services, will be paid out beginning Friday, October 24, with each household getting Sh2,000 for the September 2025 cycle.
More than 440,000 vulnerable families are set to receive government support after the release of Sh880 million under the Cash Transfer for Orphans and Vulnerable Children (CT-OVC) Programme.
The funds, disbursed through the State Department for Children Services, will be paid out beginning Friday, October 24, with each household getting Sh2,000 for the September 2025 cycle.
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The Ministry of Gender, Culture and Children Services announced on Thursday that the cash transfer is part of the Inua Jamii initiative, which seeks to uplift the welfare of disadvantaged groups and strengthen community safety nets.
According to the statement, the allocation of Sh880,040,000 will benefit 440,020 households across the country.
Principal Secretary for Children Services, Carren Ageng’o, said the initiative is designed to promote care within family and community settings, helping orphans and vulnerable children grow in stable environments.
“The CT-OVC Programme aims to encourage fostering and retention of orphans and vulnerable children within their families and communities, while promoting their human capital development,” she said.
The ministry noted that the programme has helped improve children’s access to education, healthcare, nutrition, and protection. It has also contributed to better food security and community resilience in low-income households.
Ageng’o assured that the funds will be distributed in a transparent and accountable manner to reach all deserving beneficiaries.
“Specifically, the programme supports increased enrolment and transition in education, improved health and nutrition outcomes, enhanced household food security, and better child protection,” she added.
The Inua Jamii initiative continues to be a central pillar of Kenya’s social protection strategy, aimed at reducing poverty, promoting equality, and empowering communities to provide a safe and nurturing environment for children.
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