State told to cut tax devices for PLWDs

Lari MP Mburu Kahangara (pictured) has petitioned the government to consider zero-rating equipment and devices used by the disabled. He says move will not only make them affordable but also accessible to users across the country.

“People who are abled differently should be allowed to live with ease by availing affordable crutches, wheelchairs and brails. This can only be possible if the government zero rates all the items imported for their use,” he said.

The legislator spoke at the Lari sub-county headquarters during the issuance of bursary funds to 1,500 university and tertiary students. He said the government has promised to increase bursary funds from three to five per cent subject to funds availability.