’97 women have been killed over last three months’ – DIG Eliud Lagat says amid increased insecurity cases
The Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of Police Eliud Langat has revealed that at least 97 women have been killed in the last three months. Addressing the media, the police boss raised alarm on the increased insecurity cases urging Kenyans to collaborate with the security agencies in tackling gender-based violence in society. “Murders against women have increased, with […]
US Ambassador to Kenya Meg Whitman breaks silence over rising femicide cases
US Ambassador to Kenya Meg Whitman has broken silence over rising cases of femicide in the country. In a statement on X (formerly Twitter), Whitman declared her support for Kenyans who are raising their voices against the vice, which has become rampant in the recent past. “I stand with the courageous Kenyans speaking out to […]
‘Wakitaka votes wanatununulia adi leso na mandazi’ – Mammito slams politicians over their silence amid rising femicide cases
Comedienne Mammito Eunice has aimed at Kenyan politicians for their lack of proactivity in addressing the ongoing march against femicide across the country. Mammito expressed her disappointment, noting the contrast between politicians’ enthusiastic pursuit of votes and their indifference to implementing meaningful change. Speaking to a local news outlet, the comedienne said citizens need leaders […]
Ruto’s voice needs to be heard in fight against femicide – Esther Passaris
Nairobi Woman Representative Esther Passaris has petitioned President William Ruto to voice his support against femicide. Speaking when she joined hundreds of women during a protest against femicide on Saturday, January 27, 2024, the lawmaker recognized ODM leader Raila Odinga’s message condemning the killing of women and maintained that the Head of State’s voice needs […]
Kate Actress leads march against femicide in Nyeri
Kenyan actress and public figure Catherine Kamau alias Kate Actress has led women in Nyeri in a peaceful demonstration against the rising cases of femicide in the country. The march began in Nyeri on Friday, January 26 and will proceed to Nairobi on Saturday, January 27, 2024. Taking to the streets of Nyeri town, Kate […]
‘Those who search; find’ – Esther Passaris answers question on killings of women in Nairobi
Nairobi Woman Representative Esther Passaris has come out to respond to recent femicide cases. In answer to an X user’s question concerning her role as a Woman Representative and the lack of a statement on the tragic incidents, Passaris provided an evasive response, stating that people find when they go looking. “Those with ears; hear. […]
Ruto’s advisor on women’s rights recommends stiffer penalties against femicide perpetrators
President William Ruto’s advisor on women’s rights Harriette Chiggai has recommended stiffer penalties against femicide perpetrators. Speaking on Friday, January 19, 2024, Chiggai promised that the government is committed to ending all forms of violence. “I have seen comments from different quarters stating that our children, Starlet Wahu, Rita Waeni and just yesterday, a woman […]