This archive report was first published on 22 April 2020.
On April 22, 2020, Kwale County Governor Salim Mvurya launched a Sh.450 million food distribution programme to support vulnerable households in the coastal county.
The programme, which targets 8,000 families (approximately 50,000 people) in 20 wards, aims to provide relief to families affected by the coronavirus pandemic.
Speaking at the launch, Governor Mvurya noted that the pandemic has put a huge strain on poor families in the region, and the distributed food items are expected to last them for a month.
The food items flagged off include 4,335 bales of maize flour, 60 tons of beans, five tons of rice, and 9,000 liters of cooking oil.
"A budget of Sh.450 million was passed by our county assembly to mitigate the coronavirus pandemic effects and I have already authorised a further Sh.160 million under the County Emergency Fund which is before the assembly to be ready by next week," Governor Mvurya said.
He assured residents that more food was on the way and directed the related local committees to observe strict accountability to ensure no vulnerable family is left out.
"I also urge the beneficiaries to use the food well, not to sell or waste it," he said, adding that in the distribution process, all health regulations must be observed, including social distancing, wearing masks, washing hands with soap, and sanitizing.
