The government has allocated Ksh 2.426 billion to facilitate payments under the June 2026 cycle of the Inua Jamii Cash Transfer Programme.
This funding will support 1,213,156 beneficiaries, including older persons aged 70 and above, and individuals living with severe disabilities enrolled in the programme.
Payments commenced on August 3, 2026, with each beneficiary receiving Ksh 2,000 for the month of June.
The disbursement is managed by the State Department for Social Protection and Senior Citizen Affairs, operating under the Ministry of Labour and Social Protection.
Programme Objectives and Impact
- The Inua Jamii initiative aims to alleviate poverty among vulnerable households by providing regular financial support.
- Funds are intended to assist beneficiaries in covering essential needs such as food, healthcare, and other household expenses.
- Principal Secretary Joseph Motari emphasized the programme's role in promoting dignity, social inclusion, and improved welfare for the elderly and disabled.
The government maintains that these cash transfers are vital in reducing the financial strain on elderly citizens and families caring for people with disabilities.
