A digital registration drive by the National Council for Persons with Disability (NCPWD) is opening doors for hundreds of persons with disabilities (PWDs) in Kajiado County.
Under the Persons with Disability Act, 2025, the certificates issued allow access to scholarships, assistive devices, legal protection, and government tenders, improving both social and economic opportunities for the disabled community.
Iman Ali, County Coordinator for NCPWD, described the exercise as a milestone in promoting equality for PWDs.
“This registration is a fulfilment of the Persons with Disability Act of 2025. Today alone, we have registered 20 PWDs, giving them access to benefits and opportunities that were previously difficult to reach,” she said.
Ali noted that many PWDs have struggled to obtain disability certificates due to lack of identification documents, long travel distances, and high registration costs. She urged persons with disabilities to come out in large numbers to take part in the two-day exercise.
“The certificates provide access to assistive devices such as wheelchairs, educational support through tuition and grants, 30 per cent government tender allocation under AGPO for women, youth, and PWDs, monthly allowances, caregiver support, legal protection, and better healthcare,” Ali added.
Erastus Obare Nyakundi, a beneficiary, said the registration would allow him to access scholarships and vocational training.
“Coming from a humble background, I am grateful for this opportunity. The certificate will make it easier to access support that has long been a burden for my family,” he said.
Leyio Legilisho, a visually impaired resident from Bissil, called for mobile registration services in rural areas. “I could only attend today with the help of my son. NCPWD should bring these services closer to villages,” he said.
Marao Ntinai, from Osilalei, expressed hope that the certificates would improve the quality of life for the deaf community and other PWDs in the county.
The exercise has also made disability certificates free, which previously cost Sh 300 at cyber cafes. Applicants are required to submit a medical assessment form, national ID, birth certificate for those under 18, and a passport-size photo. Self-registration is also possible through the eCitizen portal by uploading the required documents.
By Lauryn Nailantei
