See what I got today! Thank you @InfotrakN for the recognition. @NelsonHavi @ahmednasirlaw @MigunaMiguna @JunetMohamed @HEBabuOwino

Imagine waking up to a world where the help you’ve come to rely on is suddenly pulled away. For millions in Kenya, this is the painful reality. U.S. foreign aid(USAID), which for decades has been a lifeline, is being drastically reduced under the Trump administration. And with this shift, people are losing more than just financial support. They’re losing opportunities, jobs, and, for some, even their futures. You can’t overstate the economic impact. Programs funded by USAID have put food on the table for countless families, supported critical health care for the sick, and created jobs for young people eager for a better future. Now, many of those programs are crumbling. NGOs, health clinics, and local businesses that depended on that funding are shrinking. People who woke up with a job yesterday are now wondering how they’ll pay rent tomorrow to keep their head afloat whilst awake. Unemployment rates are soaring, and poverty creeping back into places where it seemed to be receding. Families that had begun to see hope in the face of a brighter future now wallow in uncertainty, helplessness and despair. But beyond the dollars and the legal contracts, there’s a human cost. There are mothers who rely on U.S.-funded health programs to care for their children. There are students who depend on scholarships, teachers supported by U.S. educational programs, and communities that have come to rely on basic services funded by international aid. With this sudden withdrawal, many are left without support, at risk of losing the very services they need to survive. When we talk about legal obligations and economic impacts, we must not forget the people behind the numbers. In Kenya, these cuts are not just abstract changes in policy; they are real people facing real consequences. Vulnerable populations are at risk of falling through the cracks, and for them, this isn’t just a policy issue—it’s a fight for survival. So, what does this all mean for the future of U.S.-Kenya relations and for Africa as a whole? Will the U.S. realize the consequences of abandoning its partners in their time of need? Will Kenya and other nations simply accept this shift, or will they demand that the world’s largest economy be held accountable? The loss of U.S. support in Kenya is not just an African issue—it’s a global one. It’s about upholding commitments made, and recognizing the human lives that hang in the balance. We cannot afford to look away. It’s time for a new conversation—one that doesn’t just focus on politics and economics but on the people who depend on the systems that these decisions affect. Let’s hope that as President Trump reconsiders this very harsh stance, the lessons of this retreat will be learned, and the human cost will no longer be ignored. @WMutunga @ahmednasirlaw @NelsonHavi @MigunaMiguna @InvestinKEA @UN @HakiKNCHR

Yesterday President H.E. William Ruto took a monumental step in addressing the long-standing challenges faced by the people of North Eastern Kenya. During his visit to Mandera, he announced the removal of the complex verification requirements that have kept many from obtaining national identity cards. For too long, the people of North Eastern Kenya have been unfairly burdened by bureaucratic obstacles preventing them from securing the essential ID cards that every Kenyan deserves. This is a basic right—an ID is not just a piece of paper; it’s a gateway to education, healthcare, employment, and participation in democratic processes. The government’s removal of these barriers is a crucial step towards ensuring that all Kenyans are treated equally, and that their fundamental rights are upheld, irrespective of geographic or ethnic background. I am proud to stand behind this bold move that allows deserving Kenyans easier participation in the life of the nation. It’s a significant achievement for human rights, and a clear message that the government is committed to building a more inclusive and fair Kenya. @WilliamsRuto @ahmednasirlaw @MigunaMiguna @DonaldBKipkorir @koske_felix @HonAdenDuale @AdenMo @NelsonHavi @HakiKNCHR @NelsonHavi @FaithOdhiambo8