Nyali Member of Parliament (MP) Mohammed Ali has successfully undergone knee surgery after sustaining an injury during the East African Community (EAC) Inter-Parliamentary Games held in Mombasa.
In a statement issued on Friday, December 27, the legislator expressed gratitude for the successful procedure and announced a temporary suspension of his political engagements to focus on recovery.
“Following the knee injury I sustained during the EAC Inter-Parliamentary Games in Mombasa, I am pleased to share that I have had a successful knee surgery. However, my doctor has informed me that my mobility will be limited for at least three months to allow for full recovery,” he stated.
The MP assured his constituents that his office operations would continue uninterrupted despite his temporary absence.
“I will therefore be suspending all political engagements and activities during this period but wish to assure all Nyali constituents that office operations will run as usual. Please keep me in your prayers as I recuperate, and I hope to bounce back even stronger,” he added in a message posted on X.
The 14th East African Community (EAC) Inter-Parliamentary Games (IPG) were held in Mombasa, Kenya, from December 6 to 18, 2024. The event brought together over 1,000 representatives from the East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) and national parliaments of EAC member states, including Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, South Sudan, and Burundi.
The games were officially opened by Kenyan President William Ruto during a colorful ceremony at Mama Ngina Waterfront. The opening procession saw participants parade through Mombasa, symbolizing regional unity and integration.
The competition featured a variety of sports, including football, netball, athletics, tug-of-war, volleyball, basketball, golf, and darts. Venues for the games included Shanzu Training College grounds, Aga Khan Academy, and Nyali Golf Club.
President Ruto commended the initiative, highlighting its role in fostering cooperation and solidarity among EAC partner states.
