Amey said relief committees will ensure all the aid goes into one basket and is distributed fairly countywide. Committees should also prioritise the neediest cases.
Committees should be cochaired by county commissioner and governors, he said. All aid agencies would be members and should swiftly develop accountability measures. Recipients also must acknowledge receipt of aid, he said.
He complained about bureaucracy and government red tape that delays assistance getting to those in need.
Many times, he said, government releases funds and essentials to residents but it never reaches them.
On Monday, Mandera Governor Ali Roba appealed to the government to slash red tape and ensure the little it releases reaches intended recipients on time.
A week ago, Devolution CS Eugene Wamalwa expressed concern that unscrupulous businessmen were colluding with truck drivers to divert water for residents. He was touring Garissa to assess the drought situation.
He said mechanisms have been put in place to prevent collusion and diversion. He warned aid distributers they will be held personally responsible if aid does not reach intended recipients..
A September report by the National Drought Management Authority said pastures are poor and depleted in many regions due to the failure of two successive rains. The trend has led to outward migration of livestock beyond normal grazing areas.
(Edited by V. Graham)
