Body for disabled in financial doldrums

FRANCISTOWN: The Association of People Living with Disability (PLWD), which was formed two years ago, is wallowing in financial problems

 

Chairperson of the association Joseph Nchenje said as a result they were unable to run the organisation, which was expected to be a voice of the people with disabilities.  Nchenje said though they would be turning two years this year, they were still to realise a single achievement. He said people with disabilities experienced numerous negativities in their lives such as discrimination, unfavourable societal attitudes and other barriers in their lives.

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