What does it take to build sustainable wheelchair services in Kenya? Following recent national discussions on rehabilitation and assistive technology, this article examines the opportunities, challenges and partnerships shaping the future of wheelchair provision—and why appropriate wheelchair services are fundamental to health, inclusion and independence.
Unlocking the Everyday: How Motivation Africa Celebrated the World Day for Assistive Technology On 4 June 2026, the world marked
Mary Nungari Muchiri was in her fourth year of medical studies at the University of Nairobi when a road traffic
A two-day Referral, Screening and Follow-Up Training (RSFT) in Naivasha brought together 22 Disability Service Officers from across Kenya to strengthen their capacity in delivering appropriate wheelchair services. The training focused on improving referral pathways, screening processes, and follow-up systems to ensure that wheelchair users receive the right support through the right channels.
Like many charities working in international development, Motivation began in the UK. It had committed Founders and a clear mission:
Personal mobility is a right, and around 100,000 people in Kenya are entitled to a wheelchair, services, and support under