Kenyan boy Stephen Wamukota lives in Bungoma District, in the west of the country. Recently, the boy became famous throughout the country for his invention. A nine-year-old boy has been awarded a presidential award after he came up with a hand-washing device to help stop the spread of coronavirus in his country.
James, Stephen’s father, told reporters that in April they watched the news on TV. The authorities said that now everyone needs to wash their hands with soap. That’s when Vamukota came up with his invention.
The semi-automatic machine was built using wood, nails and a water tank. The machine has pedals: one squeezes out soap, and the other releases water from the tank. This allows people to wash their hands without touching any surfaces.
The news about the boy even reached the president. The Head of State awarded him a scholarship, thanks to which Vamukota will be able to get primary and secondary education.
