General food distribution to the households of Quarry Slums (Ongata Rongai) and Wajir (Qahera Location)
After the conclusion of general election in Kenya, the cost of living in Kenya had become unbearable with skyrocketing prices of commodities. The poor and vulnerable areas are the most affected. The impact is more felt in the slums, and most ASAL areas, Wajir County being on the lead. According to the Drought Early Warning Bulletin for Wajir County (August and September 2022), the livestock condition is deteriorating, migration to look for water for livestock has increased, and households with poor food consumption scores has increased. These are all indicators of the current drought experienced in Wajir County.
The government of Kenya has declared drought a national disaster in September 2022. WajirCounty is among the top 10 ASAL Counties affected by drought. According to the rainfall analysis, like several ASALs counties, Wajir County has received a below average rainfall. The harsh climate condition has contributed to the body weaknesses of the aged, children and the pregnant mothers.
CADIS Kenya which is in collaboration with Missione Calcutta, conducted the food distribution project which targeted the poor households in Ongata Rongai (Quarry Slum) and Qahera village in Wajir East. The aim of this project is to alleviate the suffering of the poor and angry residences of the two places. The project assisted 150 families in Quary Slum and 400 households with food such as rice, beans, cooking oil. The targeted families were provided for food for one month.
CADIS Kenya incorporated a range of stakeholders to ensure inclusivity with the elderly, sick, and disable being the primary priority groups of beneficiaries. The project was implemented in partnership with local authorities, Camillian Fathers, Sisters and local churches. The community was fully involved from the first stage of the project to the end.
CADIS Kenya acknowledges and appreciate the donors, Missione Calcutta for believing and sharing our goal of alleviating suffering through responding to the critical and immediate needs for vulnerable people, fostering recovery and resilience in the face of adversity.
