Governor Barasa Launches Major Support and New Policy for PWDs in Kakamega
Local News Updated: 04 December 2025 15:00 EAT
Kakamega County Governo
Kakamega Governor FCPA Fernandes Barasa on Wednesday led the county in marking the International Day of Persons with Disabilities at Bukhungu Stadium with a significant show of support, including the distribution of assistive devices worth KSh 15 million to 431 persons with disabilities (PWDs) in partnership with BethanyKids.
At the event, the Governor officially launched the new Social Protection Policy, a crucial document set to guide how the county provides holistic support to PWDs.
Governor Barasa affirmed his administration's commitment to building a disability-inclusive society, noting that this strategic goal is vital for driving broader social progress and achieving equitable development across Kakamega.
The Governor outlined a comprehensive, multi-faceted approach to inclusion, emphasizing that these decisive actions are central to dismantling systemic barriers and ensuring PWDs can fully participate in all facets of economic and social life.
The initiatives announced include the provision of tax exemptions on all county government taxes for registered PWDs, alongside a commitment to issue KSh 50,000 grants to 20 PWD-inclusive groups in every ward to boost their economic empowerment and social protection. Furthermore, the administration continues to focus on institutional inclusion by strictly enforcing employment quotas and ensuring enhanced accessibility standards for all new public infrastructure.
To improve service delivery, Governor Barasa directed county staff to always give priority to PWDs and reminded residents that disability registration is now conveniently available at all Level 4 hospitals.
Governor Barasa concluded his address by urging organizations representing PWDs to ensure careful resource utilization and encouraged PWDs to stay confident and continue their valuable contribution to the development of Kakamega County.
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