The government has disbursed Sh2.4 billion under the Inua Jamii cash transfer programme to support more than 1.2 million vulnerable Kenyans, including older persons aged 70 and above, and persons living with severe disability.
According to the Ministry of Labour and Social Protection, funds totalling Sh2,425,340,000 have been released through the State Department for Social Protection and Senior Citizen Affairs to cushion the vulnerable groups from extreme poverty.
In a statement dated October 7, 2025, the payment, which began on October 6, 2025, will see each of the 1,212,670 beneficiaries receive Sh2,000 covering the September 2025 cycle.
Principal Secretary for Social Protection and Senior Citizen Affairs, Joseph M. Motari, said the Inua Jamii initiative remains a cornerstone of the government’s social protection strategy aimed at alleviating poverty and promoting dignity among vulnerable groups.
“The Inua Jamii cash transfer continues to be one of the most impactful social safety nets, ensuring that no Kenyan is left behind in the country’s journey toward inclusive development,” he said.
He reaffirmed the government’s commitment to protecting the elderly and persons with disabilities, noting that timely payments are crucial to sustaining their livelihoods.
The Inua Jamii programme provides regular and predictable income support, enabling beneficiaries to meet basic needs such as food, healthcare, and education for dependents.
The government has continued to prioritize the programme as part of its broader social protection agenda, which seeks to strengthen the welfare of marginalized populations and promote shared prosperity.
The Inua Jamii Programme is Kenya's flagship National Safety Net Programme, providing monthly cash transfers to vulnerable citizens, including older persons, orphans, and persons with severe disabilities, to alleviate poverty and improve their welfare.
The programme which was launched in 2015 by President Uhuru Kenyatta currently serves as one of Kenya’s largest direct cash transfer initiatives, supporting millions of households across all 47 counties.