Kenya launches ultra poor graduation strategy to combat poverty

PS Social Protection and Senior Citizens Affairs Joseph Motari during the launch of the Ultra Poor Graduation Strategy. [Juliet Omelo, Standard]

Kenya has unveiled a new plan to confront the number of citizens living below the poverty line, one of the most persistent challenges facing the country.

The Ultra-Poor Graduation Strategy 2025–2030, launched on Tuesday, seeks to lift the country’s most vulnerable households out of extreme poverty through a combination of cash transfers, economic inclusion programs, business training, and mentorship.