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Boniface Mwangi urges men to help end femicide in Kenya
21st July, 2026 07:51 PM
Activist Boniface Mwangi has called on men to take an active role in ending femicide in Kenya.
He made the remarks after attending the screening and exhibition of the documentary Maskan, which honours women who lost their lives to gender-based violence while also giving survivors a platform to share their experiences.
“As a man, I never have to think twice about what I wear or worry that my choice of clothes could lead to me being sexually assaulted or killed. Yet this is the daily reality for girls and women around the world,” Boniface Mwangi said on Tuesday, July 21, 2026.
Mwangi said the issue of femicide continues to affect many families across the country. He noted that every week in Kenya, an average of eight women are killed in acts of femicide, saying each case leaves lasting pain for families and communities.
“Every week in Kenya, an average of eight women are killed in acts of femicide. Behind each statistic is a life stolen, a family shattered, and a community left in grief,” Boniface Mwangi said.
Calls for accountability and action
Mwangi explained that ending femicide will require action from different parts of society. He said there must be accountability, justice for victims and a shared commitment to bring an end to violence against women.
“Ending femicide requires real accountability, justice for victims, and a collective commitment to change,” Boniface Mwangi said.
He also stressed that men have an important responsibility in helping to stop violence against women. According to Mwangi, men should challenge the attitudes, behaviours and cultural norms that allow such violence to continue.
“Men, in particular, have a critical role to play; we must actively challenge the attitudes, behaviours, and cultural norms that enable violence against women,” Boniface Mwangi said.
“If you’re in Nairobi, I strongly encourage you to visit the Maskan Part II exhibition, running from 6–20 August 2026 at Creative Garage in Westlands. It’s a moving and important experience,” Boniface Mwangi said.
Femicide remains a serious problem in Kenya, with women continuing to lose their lives through gender-based violence. According to Boniface Mwangi, an average of eight women are killed every week. He says ending femicide requires accountability, justice for victims, and a collective effort, especially from men, to challenge attitudes that enable violence.
