Parliament Passes The PWDs Bill
The National Assembly has passed the Persons with Disabilities Bill, aimed at empowering and promoting the interests of people with disabilities.
The bill which was approved Thursday repeals the Persons with Disabilities Act which has been in place since 16th June 2004.
It further gives effect to Article 54 of the Constitution, paving the way for the restructuring of the National Council for Persons with Disabilities (NCPD).
It also provides an institutional framework for the protection, promotion and monitoring of the rights of persons with disabilities (PWDs)
The Bill, introduced by nominated Senator Crystal Asige, was passed by the Senate on 21st February 2024. It emphasizes a human rights-based approach to the empowerment and inclusion of Persons with Disabilities in Kenya.
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