The Ministry of Labour and Social Protection is asking for more funds to improve programmes that support vulnerable Kenyans.
Cabinet Secretary Alfred Mutua, along with Principal Secretary Joseph Motari and other senior officials, presented the request to the National Assembly’s Departmental Committee on Social Protection at a retreat held at Sarova Whitesands.
During the meeting, ministry officials discussed current policies, ongoing programmes, and key projects. They also reviewed performance for the financial years 2023/24, 2024/25, and 2025/26 up to the second quarter.
The officials highlighted the challenges they face, progress made, and gaps in laws and policies that need attention to make services more effective.
Mutua emphasized the ministry’s commitment to working closely with Parliament to ensure accountability and improve programme outcomes.
“As a Ministry, we remain committed to working with Parliament to improve service delivery and accelerate Kenya’s Social Protection Agenda,” he said on X.
Other officials, including Youth Affairs, Creative Economy and Sports CS Salim Mvurya, and Principal Secretaries for Youth Affairs and Children Welfare Services, supported the request.
They said more funds are needed to reach youth, senior citizens, persons with disabilities, and other vulnerable groups, and to expand the impact of social protection programmes.
The committee chairperson, Alice Ng’ang’a, said that rising cases among vulnerable populations show a growing need for social protection services across the country.
Mutua also highlighted lessons learned during the COVID-19 pandemic, which exposed gaps in social support systems. He noted that investing in social protection is essential for improving livelihoods and ensuring continuity of services.
The ministry acknowledged progress made but stressed that scaling up programmes depends on increased funding. They hope Parliament will consider higher allocations to strengthen social support and help vulnerable Kenyans.
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