Kenyans Moved as Eldoret Mum with Disability Washes Clothes with One Hand: “Apate Washing Machine”
- A mother touched many hearts with her determination to wash clothes despite having only one hand and a young son beside her
- The hardworking mum demonstrated how she washed her clothes using her left arm, as her right arm appeared to be amputated
- Kenyans were moved by her technique and attitude, and many rallied to help her get a washing machine
A resilient woman from Eldoret town, Uasin Gishu county, has overcome immense challenges despite her disability.
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With only one arm, she showed remarkable determination and a strong commitment to cleanliness and hygiene, inspiring many.
In a touching video, she joyfully and attentively washed her clothes despite her seemingly amputated hand.
“With strength, she’s going to rise beyond limits. God’s blessings upon her,” read the caption accompanying the viral and moving video.
In the clip, the mother had a bucket and a few basins in front of her as she did her laundry on a bright, sunny day.
Young Eldoret boy clings to mum with one arm
Her young son stood lovingly beside her, occasionally interrupting her chores. Yet, the devoted mother didn’t push him away—she allowed him to stay close as she worked.
There were a few clothes scattered on the ground, while others were soaking in the bucket.
The determined mother leaned in and demonstrated her unique method of washing clothes, leaving many viewers in awe.
She used the inside walls of the bucket to help scrub the clothes, while her young son clung affectionately to her amputated arm.
Her warm smile touched countless hearts, prompting social media users to flood the comments with admiration and support.
Kenyans offer to support Eldoret woman with one arm
Many offered to help her, requesting her contact number in order to send financial contributions.
Others claimed they knew the woman personally and praised her strength, showing that disability is not inability.
Tallam Nancy:
"Where is her number? Let us support her by buying her a washing machine. She is blessed and raising a strong boy."
Chemutai Sirma:
"This lady is very hardworking. She sells trench coats and jackets in Eldoret town. May God bless everything she does."
Eunice Rop:
"Jelaa Chebo Kapchepkong'a, God is faithful, and He will uplift you and your family. Be blessed, my dearest."
Josphine Gacheri:
"May Almighty God see you through in the mighty name of Jesus."
Peris Busses:
"She will conquer the world. She will be honoured. She will not lack. In Jesus’ name."
Shiko Njoroge:
"Mike Sonko, you are a kind-hearted man. Nunulia huyu mama washing machine."
Nancy Ronoh:
"OMG, the love of that child for his mother is beyond words. 😢 Too emotional."
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Bishop Kiengei gifts woman KSH 34,000
Separately, Bishop Muthee Kiengei was deeply moved by the story of an elderly woman who had shown unwavering loyalty to her husband for years.
The woman, who had attended the media personality’s church, shared that her husband lost his arm in 1991 after being caught stealing—his arm was amputated as a punishment and a lifelong reminder of his crime.
Since then, his wife has cared for him without wavering, never abandoning him despite the circumstances.
Her devotion amazed many.
Kiengei, touched by her loyalty, gifted her KSh 34,000 in recognition of her remarkable attitude, noting that many others might have walked away in such a situation.
Proofreading by Asher Omondi, copy editor at TUKO.co.ke.
Source: TUKO.co.ke
