By Eddah Waithaka Senator Crystal Asige this week unveiled the comprehensive details of the new Persons with Disabilities Act, 2025, a landmark piece of legislation she sponsored that promises to transform the social and economic landscape for millions of Kenyans. The new law, which replaces a 2003 statute, introduces sweeping reforms designed to dismantle systemic […]
By Eddah Waithaka Hundreds of children with disabilities and their caregivers gathered at Dagoretti Special School today to mark the second edition of International Day of Play, an event emphasizing the critical role of play in child development, particularly for children with special needs. Organized by Action Foundation in partnership with the Nairobi County Government […]
By Eddah Waithaka The Africa Conference on Deafness 2024 will occur from November 27 to 29 in Nairobi. This event will bring together policymakers, advocates, and community leaders to discuss and promote the rights and empowerment of deaf individuals and those with disabilities throughout the continent. Under the theme “Amplifying the Leadership of Persons with […]
By Eddah Waithaka The National Syndemic Diseases Control Council collaborated with the AIDS Health Foundation, the National Council for Persons with Disability, and various partners to organize a summit aimed at tackling the obstacles encountered by individuals with disabilities in health and HIV initiatives. Hosted at the Kenya Institute of Special Education (KISE), the gathering […]
