We are able to have this interview through a sign language interpreter who translates for me what Mr Simiyu is saying. Mr Paul Adunda, who regularly buys from Mr Simiyu said he was amazed by the hawker’s grasp and understanding of the business. Other clients interviewed said they prefer buying from the deaf hawkers because they are honest and observe high standards of hygiene while handling foodstuffs. Mr Simiyu says he struggles like any other Kenyan to create employment for himself despite his disability. Ms Mary Varaga, a sign language interpreter based in Kakamega said counties in Western must allocate funds in their annual budgets to cater for the training and employment of sign language interpreters across public facilities.

Source: Standard Digital April 11, 2022 23:43 UTC