Saturday, September 27, 2025(NAIROBI)__The principle that there can be no human rights without Sign Language rights resonated powerfully at the Kenya International Deaf Week Celebration 2025, held at the Kenyatta International Convention Center (KICC).
The event served as a pivotal national platform to champion the recognition of Sign Language rights as fundamental, inalienable human rights, central to the dignity and full participation of the Deaf community.
Ambassador Ann Wanjohi, Director and head of the Liaison and Partnerships Division, represented the Principal Secretary for Diaspora Affairs, Ms. Roseline K. Njogu, CBS, underscoring the government's high-level engagement. The celebrations were a vibrant call to action, urging for the swift passing of the critical Sign Language Bill to legally fortify inclusion and accessibility across all sectors of society.
The gathering highlighted significant milestones, including the strategic appointment of deaf individuals to key leadership positions. It also celebrated the ongoing success of the government's 5% recruitment quota for persons with disabilities and the commitment to ensuring 30% inclusion in public procurement opportunities.
Ambassador Wanjohi reaffirmed the State Department for Diaspora Affairs' unwavering dedication to deepening its collaboration with the Deaf community, particularly in the areas of partnerships.
Officers drawn the Liaison & Partnerships and Welfare & Rights Divisions were present at the event
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