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Official warns against 'ghost beneficiaries' of stipend for elderly citizens
Khasandi Kwamwombe Lusia who is a victim of the fraud. She said she has received the money only once since she enrolled in the programme in 2016. PHOTO | BRIAN OJAMAA | NATION MEDIA GROUP
What you need to know:
- Bungoma East Deputy County Commissioner Chaka Nyamawi said the intricate syndicate involves local bank officials, chiefs and social service officers.
- Mr Chaka said, some names enrolled in the programme belong to people who died long again, and they are still being paid the money.
Authorities in Webuye have warned about “ghost beneficiaries” allegedly getting cash from the Inua Jamii programme.
The programme targets beneficiaries enrolled under the three Inua Jamii cash transfer programmes which include, orphans and vulnerable, elderly persons, and persons with severe disabilities.
