Kenya through the Ministry of Health, yesterday, received the news of financial aid suspension from the American
The announcement was clear that the Ministry of Health will no longer receive direct assistance from USAID
The US Embassy in Kenya cited concerns over reports of corruption in the Health Ministry., the US said that it would freeze its Ksh.2.1 billion
The US said that it would freeze its Ksh.2.1 billion contributions to the health kitty.
“We took this step because of ongoing concern about reports of corruption and weak accounting procedures at the Ministry. The action is intended to ensure that health spending reaches those in need, and to protect US taxpayer money,” read a circular sent to newsrooms.
On their part, the Health Ministry sought to assure Kenyans that key health services, such as the issuance of antiretroviral drugs (ARVs) will not be affected following this announcement.