Mike Sonko gives aid to stranded Kenya wheelchair boxing team.

Kenya wheelchair boxing team was Friday handed a reprieve after former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko visited them.

The team which has been pleading with well-wishers to address the needs and challenges faced by disabled athletes had sought assistance from former Governor Sonko.

The plea came as the team is expected to travel to Poland to participate in a para-boxing tournament in June this year.

Led by Mary Atieno the players had appealed for help to enable them to prepare ahead of June’s tournament.

The former  Nairobi governor is known for his big heart that never fails to help  Kenyans whenever they are in need.

He didn’t let it slide and jumped into action to help the wheelchair boxing team.

Sonko visited them at their training camp in Shauri Moyo Social Hall where he donated uniforms and visas.

The team also received a punching bag that will help them during this period as they prepare for the tournament.

Mary claimed that they had been hiring the punching bag from a local dealer.

The team is hopeful that they will bring gold home.

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