THE newly-formed Parliamentary Caucus on Disability Inclusion and Rights says it will use members of parliament to influence legalisation and budgeting which will support persons with disabilities. And Finnish Ambassador to Zambia Saana Halinen has lamented that persons with disabilities are often amongst the most discriminated against population, particularly in politics. Meanwhile, First Deputy Speaker of the National Assembly, Attractor Chisangano has urged members of parliament to look at existing laws and ensure that they are in line with the interests of people living with disabilities. Speaking during the launch of Caucus, Monday, Caucus Chairperson Joseph Munsanje said the aspirations of persons with disabilities were hardly reflected in the outcomes of legislative processes. “The disability community in Zambia has of...

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