Matters Disability
Senate Committee On Education Condemns Neglect Of Special Needs Schools
The Senate Committee on Education has condemned the alleged neglect of special needs schools in Kenya.The Committee while meeting with senior officers from the...
Flone Initiative Trains Matatu Operators on Disability Inclusion In Transport Sector
A lobby group, Flone Initiative that is working towards the creation of safe, sustainable, and accessible public transportation spaces for women and vulnerable...
PWD Athletes Excel at KECOSO Games, KPA Takes Top Honors
The Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) led in golf, snooker, and swimming for persons with disabilities (PWDs) at the recent competitive 42nd edition of Kenya Communic...
The 2023 African Para Games
The 2023 African Para Games are scheduled to take place in Accra, Ghana, spanning from September 3 to September 12. The inaugural edition of these games was ann...
ITF Wheelchair Tennis Tourney
The International Tennis Federation (ITF) wheelchair event is slated for September 27-30 at the Nairobi Club.This is the ITF Wheelchair Tennis Tour 2023 M25 Nai...
Children's Vision & Learning Month
Every child's journey to success begins with their ability to learn and engage with the world around them. Their vision is a crucial component of this journey,...
Breaking Barriers and Championing Inclusion in the Field of Sports
When it comes to sports and recreation, the image that often comes to mind is of athleticism, competition, and physical prowess. However, in recent years, a pow...
PWDs, youth, And Women Invited To Register For County Tenders And Wezesha Fund Loans
By KNA's Emmanuel Masha/Victor BarakaSenior Kilifi County Government officials have invited persons with disabilities, youth, and women to register for county g...
Beyond the Paint:The Stories and Significance of Disability Parking Spaces
The big flat areas of parking lots may seem regular to most, but for Persons with Disabilities, they can be like doorways to freedom, opportunities, and a life...
Spinal Muscular Atrophy Awareness Month
Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)is a rare genetic disorder affecting motor neurons controlling muscle movement. The significance of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) A...
National Immunization Awareness Month: Ensuring Inclusivity for Persons with Disabilities
As August rolls around, the spotlight shines on National Immunization Awareness Month, emphasizing the critical role vaccines play in safeguarding public health...
Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS)
In a world where disabilities are often associated with visible physical limitations, it's crucial to recognize that not all disabilities can be easily discerne...
Kenya Marks 25th Anniversary Of 1998 Embassy Bombing
The 1998 Kenyan embassy bombings had a profound impact on the lives of the victims. Many people were left with permanent disabilities that have made it difficul...
Murang’a Assembly Raises Concern Over PWD's Welfare
BY KNA's Anita OmwengaMurang’a County Assembly has raised concern over the challenges being faced by persons with disability, especially in their right to acces...
Family Builds Houses and Toilets for Persons With Disabilities In Mwea Sub-county
A well-off family from Mwea Sub-county in Embu County is building houses and toilets for persons with disabilities and the elderly. The family says that they wa...
World Breastfeeding Week: Mothers With Spina Bifida Can Breastfeed Too!
Breastfeeding is a beautiful way for mothers to bond with their babies and provide them with the nutrients they need.It is the most crucial experience of mother...
Kenya Amputee Football selects team ahead of the Paralympic games
Kenya Amputee Football team has selected a provisional team consisting of 25 players that will represent the country at the forthcoming 2023 African Paralympic...
World Breastfeeding Week: Empowering Mothers with Disabilities for Workplace-Related Breastfeeding
World Breastfeeding Week, celebrated from August 1st to August 7th, is a powerful global campaign that highlights the significance of breastfeeding in nurturing...
Nutrition Tips For Persons With Disabilities
Good nutrition is important for everyone, but it is especially important for persons with disabilities because they are at an increased risk of malnutrition due...
Asperger Syndrome
Asperger syndrome, also known as Asperger's is a developmental disorder that falls under the broader category of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). It is character...