Hunger Safety Net Programme (HSNP) cash transfers
National Drought Management Authority · sources read 4 Oct 2026
HSNP pays poor registered households in Turkana, Wajir, Mandera, Marsabit, Garissa, Tana River, Isiolo and Samburu KSh 2,700 a month. The money goes to your account at KCB or Equity Bank; if a payment doesn't come, visit the nearest bank branch to update your details.
- Fee
- We couldn't confirm a fee from the official page. Check it there before you pay.
- Where
- In the eight HSNP counties; money is paid through KCB and Equity Bank branches and agents. NDMA: 0722 200656, info@ndma.go.ke
Steps
- Check that you live in one of the eight HSNP counties: Turkana, Wajir, Mandera, Marsabit, Garissa, Tana River, Isiolo or Samburu.
- Collect your money from your account at a Kenya Commercial Bank (KCB) or Equity Bank branch or agent.
- If a payment doesn't reach you, go to the nearest bank branch to update your details and get your stipend.
- For other questions, contact NDMA on 0722 200656 or info@ndma.go.ke.
Watch out
- NDMA's latest official statement (September 2025) puts the payment at KSh 2,700 a month per household.
- Not in these eight counties? HSNP is NDMA's part of Inua Jamii. The other Inua Jamii cash transfers (older persons, orphans and vulnerable children, severe disability) are run by the State Department of Social Protection.
Who can apply
- Poor households registered in the programme in the eight arid counties: Turkana, Wajir, Mandera, Marsabit, Garissa, Tana River, Isiolo and Samburu. The cash comes with no conditions.
Official sources (2)
- HSNP: HSNP Program Overview ndma.go.ke · read 4 Oct 2026
- Statement on disbursement of cash transfers to households in 8 arid counties (2 September 2025) ndma.go.ke · read 4 Oct 2026