The government’s relief food programmes are under scrutiny after Auditor General Nancy Gathungu flagged serious gaps in policy, oversight, and accountability.

In her audit for the 2024/25 financial year, Gathungu found that the State Department for Arid and Semi-Arid Lands (ASALs) lacks a formal policy framework to guide relief food operations, raising concerns over whether aid reaches the most vulnerable.

The Auditor General has flagged billions of shillings in unpaid car and mortgage loans issued to county officials, raising fresh concerns over financial mismanagement in devolved units.

According to Auditor General Nancy Gathungu’s reports for the year ending June 30, 2025, loans advanced to governors, MCAs, and senior county officials between 2013 and 2022 remain largely unrecovered, with weak or nonexistent recovery mechanisms.

The audit shows that some beneficiaries left office, died, or disappeared from county payrolls without clearing their debts.

The Havillah Family expresses its sincere gratitude for the support and generosity received during the year 2025. The assistance provided greatly contributed to easing the family’s journey and supporting the welfare of the children under their care.

The family acknowledges the time taken to visit and the continued commitment demonstrated in providing care and support. This generosity is deeply appreciated and is recognized as a significant contribution to their wellbeing.