A government official claims they're totally ready to handle hunger from the drought. Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku, speaking at a funeral in Runyenjes within Embu County, stated authorities are watching the national food situation closely. He admitted some areas are facing dry conditions but told people not to panic, insisting preemptive steps are being taken. Ruku declared food security a major focus for the Kenya Kwanza administration, specifically mentioning climate change impacts on farming.
His ministry, he said, has improved systems for drought response, which involves handing out relief supplies to the hardest-hit families. Ruku pointed out that his team distributed food aid across multiple regions over the past year. He promised the government would not let any citizen go hungry.
Ruku also praised the creation of a National Infrastructure Fund, calling it pivotal for fixing food supply issues long-term. He noted money from this fund would pay for water and irrigation projects, aiming for stable crop yields during periods with little rain. He repeated the administration's dedication to shielding Kenyans from starvation and creating a more robust food system.
His ministry, he said, has improved systems for drought response, which involves handing out relief supplies to the hardest-hit families. Ruku pointed out that his team distributed food aid across multiple regions over the past year. He promised the government would not let any citizen go hungry.
Ruku also praised the creation of a National Infrastructure Fund, calling it pivotal for fixing food supply issues long-term. He noted money from this fund would pay for water and irrigation projects, aiming for stable crop yields during periods with little rain. He repeated the administration's dedication to shielding Kenyans from starvation and creating a more robust food system.
