Activist and journalist Hanifa Farsafi has unveiled a detailed audit report on the contributions made by Kenyans to aid the victims of the anti-Finance Bill protests. The report reveals that a total of Sh31,663,580 was raised through the M-Changa platform, with support coming from 35,444 individual donors.
The funds were allocated to cover medical expenses for the injured and to support the families of those who lost their lives. Hanifa stated that the audit’s purpose was to ensure transparency regarding how the funds were utilized, including their use for medical bills, support for bereaved families, and care for those with serious or permanent injuries.
In her statement, Hanifa assured donors that the fundraiser was conducted with complete integrity, with all expenditures documented appropriately. Of the total funds raised, Sh30,296,574 was distributed to assist 208 individuals and families affected by the protests.
Specifically, Sh10,126,963 was used to cover the medical bills of 95 individuals who were injured. Another Sh7,767,681 was allocated to support 46 people with serious injuries, while Sh2,081,930 was used to help five individuals who sustained permanent injuries. Additionally, Sh10,320,000 was provided to support 208 bereaved families.
The report also noted that ten hospitals across the country benefited from the funds to help offset medical costs. Administrative expenses included a platform fee of 4.25% charged by Mobi-Changa Limited for processing donations and a 2.5% fee for credit and debit card transactions, totaling Sh1,345,702 and Sh21,304 respectively.
The audit confirmed that all medical bills for the injured were paid. For those with serious or permanent injuries, their medical bills were verified through discharge documents and payment receipts from hospitals and clinics. It was observed that some patients received additional support from the Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) disaster fund, which contributed to lower medical expenses.
Verification for financial support included checking burial permits and post-mortem reports for the bereaved, and affidavits and hospital bills for those seriously or permanently injured.
Hanifa expressed deep gratitude to all who contributed to the fundraiser, acknowledging the personal difficulties she faced during the process. She conveyed her commitment to ensuring that no one was left behind, whether in the hospital, the morgue, or with burial expenses. Hanifa concluded with a heartfelt message of thanks, expressing her profound appreciation for the support and her wishes for continued kindness and generosity.
