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April 27, 2026
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Financing Kenya's New Disability Act: A Turning Point for Inclusion in Eastern and Southern Africa

Financing Kenya's New Disability Act: A Turning Point for Inclusion in Eastern and Southern Africa

Kenya stands at a crossroads for disability inclusion holding one of the most progressive legal frameworks on disability in Africa..

✨ Key Highlights

Kenya has enacted the progressive Persons with Disabilities Act (2025), aiming to embed disability inclusion as a national development priority, but faces a significant funding gap for its implementation.

  • Kenya currently spends only 0.04% of its GDP on disability inclusion, far below the estimated 4.89% needed for comprehensive care.
  • Key organizations involved include the Kenyan government, UNICEF, and the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development.
  • The successful implementation of the Act hinges on the upcoming 2026/27 budget process, requiring a substantial increase in domestic financing.

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