Abstract: Initiated in 2009, Kenyas Hunger Safety Net Program (HSNP) serves as a crucial source of unconditional income support for vulnerable households during severe droughts. Despite the disruptive impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, the HSNP persevered unchanged, even as the pandemic wreaked havoc on Kenyas economy, disproportionately affecting vulnerable groups. The National Drought Management Authority (NDMA) reported a 90% surge in urgent assistance needs from August 2020 to February 2021, with Turkana County facing substantial challenges.