we aimed to get the perspectives and lived experiences of the Urban Poor in Kenya with regards to government COVID-19 response measures. In many instances government responses meant the disruption of many day to day activities resulting in the loss of jobs and businesses (East African, 2020).  This has had a ripple effect, pushing many into poverty and heightening food insecurity as households make do with little or no income. This has an effect on the right to adequate food as provided under the constitution.