Nominated MP Wins Global Award

Nominated Member of Parliament Harold Kipchumba has won the Distinguished Polio Advocacy Award by the Rotary Club of World Disability Advocacy (RCWDA).

In a statement on Wednesday October 14, the National Assembly said the award is in recognition of Kipchumba’s commitment to polio eradication and disability rights.

According to the National Assembly, Kipchumba was honoured for his courage, persistence, ability to build trust and sustained commitment to service, in efforts to protect children from polio and promote inclusion for persons with disabilities.

“The award is in recognition of his commitment to polio eradication and disability rights,” read the statement in part.

The nominated MP, who represents persons with disabilities in the National Assembly, has been championing efforts to protect children from polio while advancing disability inclusion.

Source: Nairobi Leo