CANBERRA—Australia will give $1 million to help people who have been caught up in the violent aftermath of the Kenyan election.
Kenya was engulfed by violence and tribal clashes following the poll on December 27 which saw the re-election of President Mwai Kibaki.
At least 300 people have been killed and more than 250,000 forced from their homes.
Foreign Minister Stephen Smith said the money would be provided through aid agency AusAID to organisations helping people following the post-election violence.
Funds will also go to efforts aimed at preventing similar conflicts occurring again.
"Australian support will be directed to the International and Kenyan Red Cross, and the office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR)," he said in a statement.
These organisations have the relevant expertise and teams of professional local staff in Kenya who are providing vital food, medicines, shelter and protection to those affected and displaced by the violence.
"The International Committee of the Red Cross is working to reunite families and, through the provision of relief services, helping bring calm to communities," Mr Smith said.
Mr Smith said Australia would continue to monitor the situation and would consider further support if required.
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