The UK government, on Wednesday, May 24, pledged to fund Kenya with Ksh995.4 million (£5.8 million) for the financial year 2023/2024 for different humanitarian activities.
In a statement, the Minister of Development and Africa, Andrew Mitchell, is expected to make the announcement at the UN Horn of Africa conference co-hosted by the UK, Qatar, the US, and the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA).
The donation is part of the Ksh24.5 billion (£143 million) set aside for different East African Countries.
Additionally, the new funding will support locals facing the drastic impacts of drought, conflict, food insecurity, and climate change in countries across East Africa, including Somalia, Ethiopia, and Kenya.
Mitchell sought long-term solutions to break a cycle of crises affecting the region, sustainable development, and adapting to climate change.
"The Horn of Africa faces one of the most devastating humanitarian crises in the world. The catastrophic drought over the last two years has brought unimaginable suffering and millions cannot access adequate water for drinking, cooking, and cleaning," Mitchell remarked.
"Our funding could not come at a more critical moment, and it is clear that we must act now, and do all we can to save lives," he added.
On May 19, the UK released Ksh2.5 billion (£15 million) to strengthen the health workforce in Kenya, Nigeria, and Ghana.
The funds were to help upskill staff and improve health outcomes through improved administration, data collection, and training and retention opportunities.
Health Minister Will Quince stated that highly skilled, resilient staff are the backbone of a strong health service.
"I am delighted we can support the training, recruitment, and retention of skilled health workforces in Kenya, Nigeria, and Ghana," Quince added.
"This funding aims to make a real difference in strengthening the performance of health systems in each of the participating countries, which will have a knock-on effect on boosting global pandemic preparedness and reducing health inequalities," the Minister added.
