Gender CS takes action after viral video of woman being assaulted in Narok
The Ministry of Gender Equality has strongly condemned the beating of a 29-year-old woman in Narok County.
The incident, which was captured on video, shows the woman being whipped by her relatives who tried to force her into marriage. Authorities have arrested one person in connection with the incident.
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Gender Cabinet Secretary Hannah Cheptumo, on Monday, September 29, 2025, said, “We have travelled all the way to Narok together with my team from the department to address this issue. We have come here to say, although it is culture, this is not the culture expressed in Article 11 of the Constitution of Kenya.”
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Viral video sparks outrage
The video, confirmed by police to have occurred in Mbenge, Ngarite area of Narok Central Sub-County, shows four men pushing and beating the woman while she screamed for help.
Despite her cries, no one intervened to stop the attack. The footage quickly went viral, drawing attention to the issue of forced marriage and abuse within families.
The ministry said that cultural practices cannot justify violence or the violation of women’s rights.
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They called for stricter enforcement of laws that protect individuals from harmful traditions and urged community leaders to educate residents about legal and human rights standards.
Authorities have pledged to support the victim, ensuring she receives proper care and legal assistance. The arrested person is being investigated, and the ministry has promised to follow up on the case to ensure justice is served.
This case highlights ongoing challenges in protecting women from domestic and cultural violence in Kenya. While the Constitution guarantees the rights of all citizens, incidents like this show the need for continued public awareness and government intervention.
The ministry has stated that it will continue to monitor such cases and work with local authorities to prevent similar incidents in the future.
The Narok beating incident has reignited discussions on the enforcement of women’s rights and the responsibility of communities to safeguard vulnerable members.
The ministry’s response aims to reassure the public that such acts of violence will not be tolerated and that victims will receive protection and support under the law.
