This archive report was first published on 24 December 2019.
December 24, 2019 - Kenya is facing a severe food crisis due to perennial drought, affecting several regions.
The US government has responded with a significant food aid package valued at approximately Sh340 million to support the country's efforts to address food insecurity.
The aid, announced by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Office of Food for Peace (FFP), consists of 18,300 metric tons of food assistance arriving at the Mombasa port.
Over 390,000 beneficiaries from nine arid counties are expected to benefit from the aid, which will be distributed by the World Food Programme (WFP) with the support of the US government.
The targeted counties are Turkana, Baringo, Marsabit, Isiolo, Samburu, Mandera, Wajir, Garissa, and Tana River.
According to the US government, the food assistance reflects its strong commitment to the health and food security of Kenyans.
US Ambassador to Kenya Kyle McCarter stated, "The United States is committed to addressing the needs of Kenyans suffering as a result of devastating drought and severe food insecurity in the northern and eastern regions of the country."
He added, "USA Marafiki will continue these and other efforts to build resilience in Kenya to best support our Kenyan friends on their path to self-reliance."
