National Council for Persons with Disabilities

Also known as: NCPWD

Government body leading nationwide verification of tax exemptions and convening national disability dialogues, addressing implementation of disability rights legislation.

2026-04-272026-09-27

In coverage

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May 2026
22 MayCitizen Digital
… National Council for Persons with Disabilities representative Duncan Chengo said negative societal attitudes and stigma continue to undermine efforts toward inclusion. …
Executive faulted over delayed implementation of PWD Act 2025, one year on
14 MayThe Standard
… Michael Munene, the Chief Executive Officer of the National Council for Persons with Disabilities, said the dialogue was an opportunity to review the progress made in advancing disability rights in the country.“We are reflecting on what has been happening for the last 20 years, w …
Stakeholders push for more disability inclusion at national dialogue
14 MayThe Standard
… Motari said inclusion required collective action from all sectors urging the National Council for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD), Christian Blind Mission and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) to continue the push for all inclusive. …
Government push for disability inclusion
April 2026
27 AprThe Standard
… The petition also seeks to have haemophilia recognised as a disability, enabling patients to register with the National Council for Persons with Disabilities and access additional support. …
MPs pledge to push for improved care of patients with bleeding disorder

Society

Deaf community calls for sign language services in public institutions

The News

People with hearing disability are demanding that the government ensure public institutions provide Kenyan Sign Language services, saying communication gaps deny them access to healthcare, education, justice and other essential services. The Kakamega Association of the Deaf chairman calls for public officers to be trained in sign language and for institutions to comply with accessibility requirements.

26 September 2026 · The Standard →

Yesterday

Deaf community calls for sign language services in public institutions
People with hearing disability are demanding that the government ensure public institutions provide Kenyan Sign Language services, saying communication gaps deny them access to healthcare, education, justice and other essential services. The Kakamega Association of the Deaf chairman calls for public officers to be trained in sign language and for institutions to comply with accessibility requirements.
26 September 2026 · The Standard →

Tuesday 15 September

Former KenGen employee jailed 11 years for document fraud
David Nyabuti, a former Kenya Electricity Generating Company employee, was convicted and sentenced to 11 years in prison for using forged KCSE and disability certificates to secure employment and obtain more than Sh14.9 million in salaries and benefits. The Anti-Corruption Court also ordered him to pay Sh14,946,118 in compensation and imposed additional fines for uttering false documents.
15 September 2026 · Capital News →

Friday 11 September

Hope Mobility founder runs marathon for pediatric wheelchairs
Standard Chartered Kenya has partnered with Hope Mobility Kenya to raise funds for 200 custom-fitted wheelchairs for children with disabilities. Hope Mobility founder Michael Panther will compete in the 42-kilometre Nairobi Marathon on October 25 using a professional racing wheelchair.
11 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 19 August

Summit overlooks transport access for persons with disabilities
At the National Health Summit 2026 in Nairobi, transport sector stakeholders urged the government to include the mobility needs of persons with disabilities in healthcare reforms, noting that discussions focused on healthcare delivery but failed to address non-emergency medical transportation and the shortage of wheelchair-accessible vehicles.
19 August 2026 · The Standard →

Wednesday 12 August

NCPWD leads two-week nationwide vetting for PWD tax exemptions
A multi-agency team led by the National Council for Persons with Disabilities has begun a nationwide verification exercise to establish eligibility for tax exemption certificates from the Kenya Revenue Authority. The exercise, expected to continue for two weeks across 12 designated counties, aims to ensure eligible persons with disabilities benefit from tax relief in both formal and informal employment.
12 August 2026 · The Standard →

Thursday 16 July

Nyandarua man diagnosed with autism advocates for early intervention
Joseph Gachau, diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder in his late twenties, is raising awareness in Nyandarua about the condition and encouraging caregivers to seek early medical attention. Disability advocates note that access to autism screening and diagnosis remains uneven in Kenya, particularly outside major urban centres.
16 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 26 June

Police chief orders probe into assault of disabled protester in Nakuru
Inspector General Douglas Kanja has ordered an urgent internal investigation into police officers' conduct after video emerged of officers violently manhandling a person with a disability during June 25 Gen Z anniversary protests in Nakuru. The National Police Service condemned the officers' actions as unprofessional and a violation of Standard Operating Procedures.
26 June 2026 · Capital News →

Sunday 14 June

Ruto pledges investment in disability inclusion and support
President William Ruto reaffirmed the government's commitment to promoting inclusion for persons with disabilities during International Albinism Awareness Day celebrations in Thika, pledging continued investment in education, assistive technologies, and programmes to remove barriers to participation in society. He called on Kenyans to embrace diversity and reject discrimination, saying human worth is not defined by disability or appearance.
14 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
New autism centre opens in Karen to expand specialised care
Mali Integrated School in Karen will provide education, therapy, sports, technology, arts and caregiver support for children with autism and other special needs. The development addresses Kenya's shortage of therapy services and specialists, with the Autism Society of Kenya estimating that about four per cent of the population lives with autism spectrum disorder.
14 June 2026 · The Standard →

Monday 25 May

Disability leaders criticise Executive for delaying PWD Act implementation
Persons living with Disabilities have faulted the Executive for failing to operationalise the Persons with Disabilities Act, 2025, one year after President Ruto signed it into law, citing lack of political goodwill, delayed regulations and weak policy prioritisation as reasons for unimplemented provisions.
25 May 2026 · The Standard →

Friday 22 May

PWD Act 2025 implementation delayed, legislative leaders criticize Executive
PWD legislative leaders have criticized the Executive for slow implementation of the Persons with Disabilities Act 2025, which President William Ruto assented to last year. The Act aimed to promote inclusion, accessibility, and socio-economic empowerment for persons with disabilities, but benefits remain unrealized due to delayed operationalization.
22 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 14 May

Kenya convenes national dialogue on disability inclusion and rights
Caregivers, persons with disabilities, policymakers and government officials gathered in Nairobi for the Third National Disability Dialogue to discuss accessibility, rights and service delivery. The National Council for Persons with Disabilities said the forum would review progress in advancing disability rights over the last 20 years and discuss implementation of the Persons with Disabilities Act of 2025.
14 May 2026 · The Standard →
Government pledges faster implementation of disability inclusion laws
The government has pledged to accelerate implementation of disability inclusion laws and policies to guarantee dignity, equality, and economic empowerment for persons with disabilities. The Principal Secretary for Social Protection said Kenya has made progress in strengthening legal protections but emphasized that real transformation depends on effective implementation.
14 May 2026 · The Standard →

Monday 27 April

Parliament pledges to push for improved haemophilia care in Kenya
Parliament has pledged urgent reforms to improve haemophilia management in Kenya, following a petition from the Haemophilia Association of Kenya highlighting gaps in access to care. The National Assembly's health committee said it will engage the Ministry of Health and stakeholders to address challenges faced by people living with the bleeding disorder.
27 April 2026 · The Standard →