Inua Jamii beneficiaries ask the government to release stipends

Narok, Saturday June 10, 2023

KNA By John Kaleke/Eunice Ngatia (attachee)

The Beneficiaries of Inua Jamii cash transfer programme have asked the government to release their stipends, following the delays in the disbursement.

The social protection programme benefits orphans and vulnerable children, People with severe disabilities and elderly persons in the society.

The elderly people in Narok County find themselves in a distressing situation as they urge the government to restore cash transfer funds, which was abruptly discontinued eight months ago.

Moses Njuguna from Majengo, Narok town is one of the beneficiaries of the programme, he says the delays in the disbursement of this vital financial support has had a harmful impact on the elderly people in the county.

“Many of us are unable to afford essential healthcare services, food, and other basic necessities, some have disabled children looking upon them” added Njuguna.

Similarly, Lasenwa Nkadadu, a 75-year-old from Motonyi area in Narok, said the programme has provided financial aid to the elderly, had been a lifeline for many residents, ensuring their basic needs were met. 

Nkadadu noted that the beneficiaries received their stipends once, since the new government administrations took the oath of office.

The sudden cessation of these funds has left the elderly persons struggling to make ends meet, therefore urging the government for immediate intervention.

Another beneficiary, Namerae Marima from Olopito area in Narok, said without the financial support they once received, they are finding it increasingly challenging to meet their daily nutritional requirements.

“I am a widow who relies on that fund to buy medications since I am suffering from diabetes and blood pressure, therefore I request the government to give us money from the previous months” Marima said.

The elderly persons are hopeful that the government will act swiftly to release the essential stipends that usually help them to sustain their livelihoods and enjoy their well-deserved retirement years.

The Inua Jamii Programme targets persons aged 70 years and above, orphans and vulnerable children as well as people living with severe disability.

Courtesy ; K. N. A