Women Rights

Combating Gender-Based Violence: Creating a Safer Kenya for Women

Gender-based violence (GBV) remains a significant issue in Kenya, affecting countless women and impeding their overall well-being. According to the 2014 Kenya Demographic and Health Survey, an alarming 43% of women aged 15-49 have experienced physical or sexual violence by an intimate partner in their lifetime. This blog post sheds light on the devastating impact […]

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Femicide in Kenya: The Silent Epidemic of Violence Against Women

Introduction Headlines about the killing of women are increasingly common in Kenya. Women are being murdered, and the government’s silence is deafening. Amidst this alarming trend, where is the National Gender and Equality Commission (NGEC)? The latest heart-wrenching case involves a young woman from Maasai Mara University who was brutally tortured and killed. (Read the

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Promoting Gender Equality for Sustainable Development in Kenya

Gender equality is a fundamental component of achieving sustainable development goals in Kenya. When women and girls are empowered, they become agents of positive change, contributing to the progress and well-being of their communities and the nation as a whole. By addressing specific challenges and implementing targeted solutions, Kenya can pave the way toward a

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