Kenyan-born former Paralympian Anne Wafula-Strike has added another feather to her already heavily decorated cap after being named among 100 most influential disabled people in the United Kingdom. The 51-year-old former wheelchair racer was named in the 2020 Shaw Trust Power 100 list of Britain’s most impactful disabled influencers which is compiled by an independent judging panel. “Anne Wafula MBE (Member of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire) challenges misconceptions about disability. Athlete, author, disability and inclusion champion, and sporting ambassador; Anne inspires achievement and excellence through motivational talks that encourage others to overcome difficulties and maximise their potential,” Power 100 stated. “It’s humbling to be on the Shaw Trust Disability Power 100 List 2020, in the politics and law category.

Source: Daily Nation October 27, 2020 06:56 UTC