No Stone Will Be Left Unturned in Ensuring Citizens’ Well-Being. Says Mwaura.
In picture, Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura during a press briefing at KICC Nairobi.
By Aoma Keziah,
In the recent halt in funding and support for HIV patients by the Trump administration, the government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura has assured the affected individuals that the Kenyan government is fully committed to their well-being, emphasizing on prioritizing the health and safety of its citizens, promising that the government is working tirelessly to ensure that necessary support is available during these challenging times.
“We are mobilizing local resources and seeking new partnerships and donors to ensure that treatment and care for HIV patients continue without disruption.” Mwaura stated.
Turning to the alarming rise in femicide, he shared the government’s urgent response saying that a dedicated task force has been formed to address the issue head-on, focusing solely on tackling femicide in Kenya. He acknowledged the ongoing work of constitutional bodies such as the Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR), but emphasized the need for a specialized approach to this crisis. The task force will work to implement focused interventions to combat this societal menace.
Additionally, Mwaura highlighted the government’s successful efforts to support vulnerable citizens through the Inua Jamii program.
“In December 2024, the government disbursed Ksh 3.52 billion, directly benefiting over 1.7 million Kenyans. To further improve efficiency, the government is piloting an MPESA-based payment system, which aims to streamline disbursements and reduce delays in getting funds to those who need them most.” He continued to say.
In addressing the country’s economic recovery, the government Spokesperson reported progress in the agricultural sector, stating that Under the leadership of President William Ruto, the government has made strategic investments to boost agricultural productivity.
“By improving priority value chains and subsidizing critical farm inputs such as fertilizers and certified seeds. These efforts are bringing the country closer to food security, a priority for the administration.” He affirmed.
Reflecting on the challenges Kenya faced upon the Ruto administration’s entry into office, he noted that food imports had increased significantly, from 10% to 17% of total goods imports saying that this trend made the country more vulnerable to global food supply shocks. However, he insisted that the government has since prioritized agriculture as the main pillar of the BETA plan to turn the situation around.
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