In the fiscal year 2024, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) allocated a total of Sh84 billion to more than 230 institutions across Kenya.
This funding supports a wide range of sectors, including humanitarian aid, health, education, agriculture, and infrastructure development, among others.
Below is a comprehensive breakdown of the institutions that received funding and the respective amounts.
Major Recipients of USAID Funding in Kenya
1. World Food Program: Sh15.6 billion
- Focus: Combating food insecurity and improving nutrition for vulnerable populations in Kenya.
2. Enterprises – US Redacted: Sh8.3 billion
- Focus: Economic development projects and local enterprise support.
3. Agriculture Cooperative Development: Sh5 billion
- Focus: Enhancing agricultural cooperatives and improving farmers’ livelihoods.
4. Catholic Relief Services: Sh2.7 billion
- Focus: Poverty alleviation, food security, and health care.
5. Development Alternatives: Sh2.5 billion
- Focus: Community development and capacity building.
6. World Vision: Sh2.3 billion
- Focus: Child welfare, family development, health, and education.
7. PATH: Sh2.2 billion
- Focus: Innovative health solutions, disease prevention, and treatment.
8. Liverpool VCT, Care and Treatment: Sh2.1 billion
- Focus: HIV/AIDS care and treatment services.
9. Moi Teaching & Referral Hospital: Sh2 billion
- Focus: Improving health services, medical training, and research.
10. United Nations Children Fund (UNICEF): Sh1.6 billion
- Focus: Children’s health, education, and protection programs.
11. Abt Associates: Sh1.6 billion
- Focus: Social and economic development programs.
12. Amref Health Africa: Sh1.5 billion
- Focus: Expanding health care access in underserved regions.
13. Mercy Corps: Sh1.4 billion
- Focus: Economic development, emergency relief, and humanitarian aid.
14. University of Nairobi: Sh1.2 billion
- Focus: Research and educational development, particularly in health and innovation.
15. Centre for Health Solutions Kenya: Sh1.2 billion
- Focus: Public health initiatives and health system strengthening.
16. University System of Maryland: Sh1.2 billion
- Focus: Strengthening higher education and research collaborations.
17. Concern Worldwide: Sh1.2 billion
- Focus: Poverty alleviation, hunger, and humanitarian relief.
18. Kenya Red Cross Society: Sh1.1 billion
- Focus: Disaster response, humanitarian assistance, and health programs.
19. Deloitte: Sh1.2 billion
- Focus: Governance, financial management, and development programs.
20. Liberty Maritime Corporation: Sh1.2 billion
- Focus: Infrastructure development and logistics.
21. NGO International – Redacted: Sh991 million
- Focus: Specific redacted projects and humanitarian efforts.
22. RTI International: Sh898 million
- Focus: Research and innovation in development practices.
23. US Government – Dept. of State: Sh886 million
- Focus: Diplomacy and international development efforts.
24. Save the Children: Sh851 million
- Focus: Child protection, education, and emergency relief.
25. ACF International: Sh767 million
- Focus: Providing humanitarian aid and nutrition support.
26. Mission for Essential Drugs and Supplies: Sh751 million
- Focus: Supplying essential medicines and health services.
27. Enterprise – Non US Redacted: Sh710 million
- Focus: Economic and development aid projects, with details redacted.
28. Education Development Centre: Sh671 million
- Focus: Education programs, particularly in marginalized areas.
29. Ananda Marga Universal Relief Team: Sh668 million
- Focus: Humanitarian aid, community development, and disaster response.
30. International Rescue Committee: Sh643 million
- Focus: Emergency relief and development in crisis zones.
31. Christian Health Association of Kenya: Sh639 million
- Focus: Strengthening local health systems and services.
32. Socha: Sh620 million
- Focus: Data collection and analysis for development programs.
33. Government of Kenya: Sh602 million
- Focus: Collaboration on development programs, governance, and capacity building.
34. Futures Group Global: Sh598 million
- Focus: Public health programs, particularly in reproductive health.
35. Moi University: Sh589 million
- Focus: Educational programs and health research.
36. Chemonics International: Sh513 million
- Focus: Health systems strengthening, agriculture, and small business development.
37. Jhpiego Corporation: Sh480 million
- Focus: Maternal and child health programs, training, and capacity building.
38. Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology: Sh461 million
- Focus: Education, innovation, and research projects.
39. U.S. Government – Department of Health & Human Services: Sh456 million
- Focus: Health care programs, including disease prevention and treatment.
40. Tetra Tech: Sh413 million
- Focus: Environmental and infrastructure development projects.
41. Kenyatta University: Sh395 million
- Focus: Research and educational initiatives.
42. Strathmore University: Sh384 million
- Focus: Educational programs, research, and innovation.
43. [Redacted] U.S. NGO: Sh374 million
- Focus: Development programs, with details redacted.
44. Northern Rangelands Trust: Sh363 million
- Focus: Conservation and community development in rangeland areas.
45. Wajir South Development Association: Sh363 million
- Focus: Regional development and support for rural communities.
46. A.P. Moller-Maersk Group: Sh336 million
- Focus: Infrastructure, logistics, and trade-related development projects.
47. JSI Research & Training Institute, Inc.: Sh320 million
- Focus: Health and education systems strengthening.
48. SightSavers: Sh291 million
- Focus: Visual health care, particularly for people with disabilities.
49. Amentum: Sh281 million
- Focus: Humanitarian aid and project management.
50. Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops: Sh280 million
Focus: Education, health care, and social services.
51. [Redacted] U.S. University/Research Institute: Sh278 million
- Focus: Research collaborations and development.
52. Consortium for Elections and Political Processes: Sh271 million
- Focus: Promoting democratic governance and election processes.
53. German Government – GIZ: Sh254 million
- Focus: Development cooperation, particularly in sustainable development.
54. [Redacted] Non-U.S. Enterprise: Sh247 million
- Focus: Development aid and business support.
55. Management Sciences for Health: Sh222 million
- Focus: Improving health systems and access to essential services.
56. St. John’s Community Centre: Sh218 million
- Focus: Community development and social services.
57. National Council of Churches: Sh213 million
- Focus: Health, education, and social welfare programs.
58. Kenya Community Development Foundation: Sh210 million
- Focus: Grassroots development and capacity building.
59. Cargill, Inc.: Sh209 million
- Focus: Agriculture and community development.
60. Millennium Water Alliance: Sh205 million
- Focus: Clean water and sanitation projects.
61. Population Services Kenya: Sh194 million
- Focus: Family planning, reproductive health, and education.
62. Act Change Transform: Sh173 million
- Focus: Social transformation and youth empowerment.
63. International Fund for Animal Welfare, Inc.: Sh172 million
- Focus: Animal welfare and conservation efforts.
64. International Organisation for Migration: Sh169 million
- Focus: Migration management and humanitarian support.
65. World Health Organisation: Sh160 million
- Focus: Health systems and emergency health services.
66. Kenya Medical Training College: Sh153 million
- Focus: Medical training and health education.
67. Mkomani Clinic Society: Sh152 million
- Focus: Community health and wellness programs.
68. American Institutes for Research: Sh138 million
Focus: Education research and policy analysis.
69. Boston Consulting Group, Inc.: Sh133 million
Focus: Strategic development, management, and consulting services.
70. Unspecified Vendors – Kenya: Sh132 million
Focus: Various development proBgrams across sectors.
71. International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent: Sh129 million
Focus: Humanitarian aid and disaster response.
72. Grant Thornton: Sh128 million
Focus: Financial services, auditing, and development projects.
73. U.S. Government – Peace Corps: Sh123 million
Focus: Volunteering and community development.
74. Food and Agriculture Organisation: Sh113 million
Focus: Agricultural development and food security.
75. Institute of Economic Affairs: Sh113 million
Focus: Economic research and policy advocacy.
76. ICF International: Sh113 million
Focus: Research, consulting, and development programs.
77. U.S. Government – Department of Agriculture: Sh110 million
Focus: Agricultural development and research.
78. Transparency International: Sh104 million
Focus: Promoting governance and combating corruption.
79. Lutheran World Federation: Sh98 million
Focus: Humanitarian aid and development projects.
80. Hebrew Immigrant Aid Society: Sh95 million
Focus: Migrant support and humanitarian aid.
These and many more institutions have received funding from USAID in the fiscal year 2024, covering a wide range of sectors that are essential for Kenya’s socio-economic development.
Conclusion
The Sh84 billion allocated by USAID to over 230 institutions across Kenya reflects the United States’s commitment to fostering development, humanitarian aid, and economic growth.
This USAID Funding will help enhance education, health, agriculture, governance, and environmental conservation across Kenya, contributing to the country’s long-term development and well-being.
The diverse range of recipients underscores the multi-faceted approach USAID employs to address various challenges faced by the nation.
