UAE donates 30 tons of food to drought-hit Kenyans
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Health CS Aden Duale emphasized the importance of international support in easing the suffering faced by drought‑affected Kenyans.
Kenya has received a 30‑ton consignment of humanitarian relief cargo from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to support emergency drought response efforts, particularly in the North Eastern region, where prolonged dry conditions have severely affected food security.
The shipment, largely comprising dates, was officially received on Tuesday by Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale, who described the assistance as timely support for households struggling with hunger and food shortages.
The lifesaving food items will be distributed to vulnerable families through the Kenya Red Cross Society to ensure they reach communities most in need.
“This donation comes at a critical moment for families enduring prolonged drought and food insecurity,” CS Duale said.
He emphasized the importance of international support in easing the suffering faced by drought‑affected Kenyans.
The humanitarian cargo forms part of the UAE’s broader outreach during the Holy Month of Ramadhan, when demand for essential commodities normally rises among at‑risk populations. The UAE has a history of contributing to emergency relief efforts in Kenya, including previous deliveries of food and other aid through partnerships with local humanitarian agencies.
The handover was attended by Head of Consular Affairs and International Services Osama Abuseem, Secretary General of the Kenya Red Cross Dr Ahmed Idris, and SUPKEM Regional Coordinator for North Eastern Dr Adan Ibrahim, who all expressed gratitude for the UAE’s support.
Officials said the 30-ton shipment would be distributed through Kenya Red Cross relief channels, targeting the hardest-hit areas where millions of households struggle with limited water and declining crop yields.
The contribution complements ongoing government and humanitarian efforts to respond to the crisis, which continues to threaten livelihoods across arid and semi-arid counties.