The Ministry of Gender, Culture, the Arts and Heritage announced on Monday, August 3, that payments covering the April, May and June 2026 cycles under the Cash Transfer for Orphans and Vulnerable Children (CT-OVC) programme have officially been released and are now available for collection through contracted payment service providers.
Each eligible beneficiary will receive Ksh6,000, representing three monthly instalments of Ksh2,000 each for the months of April, May and June.
According to the ministry, the payment process officially commenced on Friday, July 31, allowing verified beneficiaries to begin accessing the funds through designated financial institutions and payment agents across the country.
Elderly Kenyans awaiting Inua Jamii services in Kiambu County on April 14, 2018.
“The Gender Ministry wishes to inform beneficiaries of the Cash Transfer for Orphans and Vulnerable Children programme that the payment for April, May and June 2026 has been successfully disbursed,”the ministry said in a statement.
Nationwide Verification Exercise
The payments come shortly after the government concluded an extensive two-month biometric verification exercise targeting beneficiaries enrolled under various Inua Jamii cash transfer programmes.
Officials said the verification exercise was designed to eliminate duplicate records, improve transparency and ensure that social protection funds reach genuine beneficiaries.
The expansion is expected to increase access to financial support for families facing economic hardship while strengthening Kenya’s social safety net.
Relief for Vulnerable Families
The Cash Transfer for Orphans and Vulnerable Children programme remains one of the government’s flagship social assistance initiatives, providing direct financial support to households caring for children who have lost one or both parents or are living in vulnerable circumstances.
The monthly stipend is intended to help families meet essential needs such as food, clothing, education, healthcare and other basic household expenses.
Principal Secretary for the Ministry of Gender, Culture, and Children Services, Carren Ageng’o
The latest payment is expected to provide much-needed relief to thousands of families grappling with the rising cost of living.
Beneficiaries Advised to Verify Payments
The ministry has urged beneficiaries to confirm receipt of official payment notifications from their designated payment service providers before visiting payment agents to withdraw their funds.
Those experiencing delays or payment-related challenges have been advised to seek assistance through government offices responsible for children’s services.
“Beneficiaries experiencing payment-related challenges should visit the nearest Sub-County, County or Regional Children’s Office or call the toll-free 1533 helpline for assistance,”the ministry advised.
Authorities say the helpline has been strengthened to respond to inquiries regarding payment delays, verification issues and beneficiary registration.
July Payments Already Underway
Even as the April-to-June payments are being processed, the government has confirmed that preparations for the July 2026 payment cycle are already at an advanced stage.
Officials reiterated that the government remains committed to ensuring timely and predictable support for vulnerable households across the country.
“The government remains committed to ensuring timely social assistance to vulnerable households, strengthening household resilience, and promoting access to education, healthcare and nutrition,”the ministry emphasized.
