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The 4th Devolution Sensitization Week in Garissa County marked a major milestone in bringing governance, legal awareness, and constitutional rights directly to local communities. Central to the week’s events was a Legal Aid Clinic supported by the Council of Governors and key stakeholders, which served as a dedicated platform to address the complex legal needs …

The 4th Devolution Sensitization Week in Garissa County Read More »

The Chief Executive Officer of the National Council for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD) held a strategic engagement with nominated Senator Crystal Asige at the Senate offices to discuss the implementation roadmap for the landmark Persons with Disabilities Act, 2025. The high-level meeting centered on the joint effort needed to formulate comprehensive accompanying regulations required to …

Strengthening Disability Inclusion Read More »

This initiative represents a targeted capital investment in human potential, specifically designed to foster sustainable economic independence and advance an inclusive national economy spearheaded by the Council. The programme aims to equip Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) with specialized tools, entrepreneurial training, and financial support, the program ensures that beneficiaries can establish thriving enterprises and generate …

The official distribution of the first phase of the 2025/2026 Tools of Trade Distribution Programme. Read More »

Antoine Gliksohn, the Executive Director of the Global Albinism Alliance, paid a courtesy call to the National Council for Persons with Disabilities to engage in high-level discussions aimed at identifying strategic ways to advance and protect the rights of persons with albinism. The meeting focused heavily on the critical need for promoting social inclusion and …

STRATEGIC COLLABORATION FOR THE RIGHTS OF PERSONS WITH ALBINISM Read More »

The National Council for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD) attention has been drawn to a very sad and dehumanizing image and video footage in public circulation in various social media platforms, depicting police officers in uniforms in Nakuru county, manhandling a man with physical disability during the demonstrations on 25th June 2026. In the Video clip, …

Statement By The National Council For Persons With Disabilities On The Violent Mistreatment Of A Person With A Disability By Police Officers During The June 251h Demonstrations In Nakuru County Read More »

The National Assembly officially passed the Kenya Sign Language Bill 2023. This legislation formally recognizes Kenyan Sign Language as an official means of communication, taking a massive stride toward ensuring that deaf and hard-of-hearing persons can fully integrate into society, access public services, and enjoy fair treatment within the justice system. The law introduces an …

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗹𝘆 𝗽𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗞𝗲𝗻𝘆𝗮 𝗦𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗴𝘂𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗕𝗶𝗹𝗹 2023 Read More »

The National Council for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD), in strategic collaboration with the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) and the Ministry of Health (MoH), is currently conducting a comprehensive vetting exercise for income tax exemptions. This initiative stands as a critical affirmative action measure aimed at enhancing the economic well-being of Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) who …

Vetting Exercise for Income Tax Exemption for Persons with Disabilities Read More »

Today, the Council disbursed 𝐊𝐒𝐡 𝟓𝟗,𝟐𝟕𝟕,𝟏𝟒𝟗 through the Ustawi Scholarship Program, benefiting 𝟐,𝟐𝟎𝟏 learners across all 47 counties for the 2026 academic year. This achievement is an important part of our mission to ensure that quality education becomes a reality for Persons with Disabilities. 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐔𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐰𝐢 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 is an integrated initiative comprising two key programs; …

DISBURSEMENT OF USTAWI SCHOLARSHIP FOR LEARNERS WITH DISABILITIES Read More »

The Council warmly congratulates Dr. Michael Munene (PhD) on his appointment as the new Executive Director of the National Council for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD). Dr. Munene brings a wealth of experience in research and leadership to this position, particularly in the areas of universal design for disability mainstreaming and inclusive public policies. His dedication …

NCPWD Welcomes Dr. Michael Munene as Executive Director Read More »