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Parents of children with cerebral palsy get support through group on mobile app

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Christine Afandi, a teacher attends to a child living with cerebral palsy at Margarita Daycare Center in Ikonyero village, Kakamega County. [File, Standard]

Watching Miriam Nakero welcome Beatrice Ayuma to her Amalemba Estate home in the heart of Kakamega Town, one would think they are childhood buddies who are meeting after a long time.

For about two minutes following the excited greetings and warm embraces, they get into a stoic conversation as Ayuma, who is in her 50s, gives what looks like a pep talk to Nakero who is in her 30s. When they end the conversation, Nakero looks relieved and almost satisfied.

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