The Scottish government is set to offer Kenya Ksh41.7 million (£250,000) in emergency humanitarian aid.
As announced on Sunday, June 9, the funding is meant to help Kenyans who have been affected by floods especially those in informal settlements. The funds will facilitate provision of basic needs such as water, food and shelter.
Angus Robertson, the External Affairs Secretary who made the announcement revealed that half of the money will go to Oxfam and Islamic Relief.
"The £250,000 funding pledge to aid charities responding to the crisis through the Humanitarian Emergency Fund demonstrates the Scottish Government’s commitment to providing essential assistance to people in need," Robertson stated.
Oxfam will support about 1,445 households affected by floods in Nairobi County. It will provide access to safe and sufficient water and enhanced safety from Gender Based Violence (GBV) for all.
On the other hand, Islamic Relief will assist 1,200 flood-affected households in Garissa County and provide training to raise awareness of GBV.
Meanwhile, Robertson, further emphasised that this funding will address key needs of all those Kenyans affected by the heavy rainfall experienced in most parts of the country.
Additionally, he sent condolences to all those families who have lost their loved ones and those whose lives have been ruined.
The announcement was lauded by the two organisations which noted that it would make significant changes to all affected.
Mat Cousins, the Kenya Humanitarian Lead for Oxfam added that this contribution offered a lifeline to families in Nairobi's informal settlements who have lost property in the floods.
"This funding will not only address immediate needs such as clean water and shelter, but also provides crucial support for women and girls facing heightened risks of gender-based violence," Cousins remarked.
Islamic Relief Regional Community Fundraising Manager Nadeem Baqir explained that this funding would help the affected rebuild their lives and livelihoods. He added that the world's most vulnerable communities are often the first to suffer from climate-related natural disasters.
Kenya has received multimillion support from other foreign nations including India to aid those affected by the heavy downpour.
