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Rachel Ruto pushes coordinated response to HIV, teen pregnancies, SGBV

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Rachel Ruto pushes coordinated response to HIV, teen pregnancies, SGBV

Kenya has recorded a sharp drop in new HIV infections over the past decade, with figures from the National Syndemic Diseases Control Council showing an 82% decline between 2015 and 2025. New infections fell from 77,647 in 2015 to 13,936 in 2025. Despite the progress, Rachel said young people continued to carry a large share of the HIV burden.

By David Abonyo 9 Sep 2026

PS Muthoni: Over 236,000 girls face pregnancy as HIV threat hits youth

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PS Muthoni: Over 236,000 girls face pregnancy as HIV threat hits youth

PS Muthoni said young people aged 10 to 34 accounted for 72 per cent of all new adult HIV infections recorded in 2025, while more than 236,000 girls aged between 10 and 19 faced pregnancy.

By David Abonyo 9 Sep 2026

National Gender and Equality Commission Chairperson Rehema Jaldessa. PHOTO/NGEC

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NGEC warns Kenyans against exposing SGBV survivors on social media

The Commission said it is increasingly concerned by the spread of intimate images, personal information and child sexual abuse material across digital platforms, warning that the trend is exposing survivors, particularly children, to trauma, discrimination and emotional distress.

By Bradley Bosire 21 Jul 2026

Former LSK President demands faster justice for GBV victims

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Former LSK President demands faster justice for GBV victims

Addressing a Linda Mwananchi rally in Mosocho, Kitutu Chache South Constituency, on Friday, Odhiambo said the continued rise in cases of violence against women and children showed that existing interventions were not delivering the desired results.

By Maureen Kinyanjui 3 Jul 2026

Gender CS orders 90-day plan to curb rising SGBV cases in Central Kenya

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Gender CS orders 90-day plan to curb rising SGBV cases in Central Kenya

Cheptumo noted that the State is seeking to have the Central Region declared free from SGBV within the next 11 months through coordinated enforcement, community awareness, and protection efforts.

By Maureen Kinyanjui 15 May 2026

Kenya courts handle 28,146 SGBV cases, over 8,000 still pending

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Kenya courts handle 28,146 SGBV cases, over 8,000 still pending

Between 2022 and 2025, courts recorded 28,146 SGBV-related cases, with 20,013 concluded. Grievous harm made up the largest portion, with 17,712 cases filed and 13,869 resolved, marking the highest number of cases closed among all categories.

By Maureen Kinyanjui 29 Jan 2026

Why protection systems are failing women- Gender specialist

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Why protection systems are failing women- Gender specialist

According to the UN Women, an estimated 840 million women, almost one in three, have been subjected to physical and/or sexual intimate partner violence, non-partner sexual violence, or both at least once in their life (30 per cent of women aged 15 and older).

By Dahira Ahmed 9 Dec 2025

ODPP warns Lamu residents against ‘Kangaroo Courts’ on SGBV cases

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ODPP warns Lamu residents against ‘Kangaroo Courts’ on SGBV cases

The ODPP has warned Lamu residents against resolving sexual and gender-based violence cases through informal “kangaroo courts,” saying the practice silences survivors, undermines evidence, and denies children and families justice.

By David Abonyo 1 Dec 2025

Judiciary filed over 31,000 SGBV cases in 2024 as courts boost response

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Judiciary filed over 31,000 SGBV cases in 2024 as courts boost response

According to the report, courts received 31,460 Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) cases during the year, showing a 0.9 per cent rise that the Judiciary connects to growing confidence among survivors. Grievous harm and assault made up most of the filings, contributing close to three-quarters of the total, while matters involving minors accounted for about 19 per cent.

By Bradley Bosire 26 Nov 2025

Bill targets SGBV offenders with tougher jail terms and mandatory payouts to victims

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Bill targets SGBV offenders with tougher jail terms and mandatory payouts to victims

The proposed law also pushes for improvements in evidence collection and preservation through the use of modern forensic methods. It recommends video link testimony and recorded evidence to prevent intimidation of victims and witnesses during trials.

By Rose Achieng 14 Oct 2025

ODPP launches specialized training to bolster justice for child defilement victims

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ODPP launches specialized training to bolster justice for child defilement victims

DPP Ingonga explained the critical role of prosecutors in combating sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV), especially against children

By Brenda Socky 4 Aug 2025

Kenya leads East Africa in gender-based violence in sports – Report

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Kenya leads East Africa in gender-based violence in sports – Report

“Coaching styles were reported to be contributing to the culture of gender-based violence and sexual exploitation,” the report adds, with nearly half of respondents attributing abuse to the behaviour and approach of their coaches.

By Maureen Kinyanjui 1 Jul 2025

2007-08 post-poll violence survivors disappointed as court delays ruling

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2007-08 post-poll violence survivors disappointed as court delays ruling

The court was expected to rule on Friday, April 11, 2025, but the judgment was deferred without a new date.

By Maureen Kinyanjui 12 Apr 2025