Kenya: Suspected Serial Killer Arrested Over Murders of Two Young Women in Thika

Detectives have arrested a man suspected to be behind the gruesome murders of two young women in Thika, Kiambu County, in what authorities are calling a chilling pattern of serial… Read more »

Kenya: Gender CS Hanna Cheptumo Apologises for Femicide Remarks, Vows to Lead Fight Against GBV

Gender Cabinet Secretary nominee Hanna Cheptumo has apologised for her controversial remarks on femicide made during her vetting, saying she takes full responsibility and is… Read more »

Kenya: Smiles for Partially Blind Granny in Homabay As She Is Gifted a Brand New House

Widows from Ng'uono Onyalo and Ombek Aswekra in West Kasipul had their turn to enjoy empowering Empowerment sessions courtesy of The Widows em Empowerment and Program last weekend. Read more »

Kenya: Empowering Women Through Financial Literacy - a Catalyst for Inclusion

This year's International Women's Day served to highlight the fact that women in today's hyper-connected world still face financial exclusion. Read more »

Kenya: Gender CS Nominee Hanna Cheptumo Proposes the Relocation of Gender Desks to Hospitals for Better Support

Gender and Affirmative Action Cabinet Secretary nominee Hanna Cheptumo has proposed relocating gender-based violence (GBV) reporting desks from police stations to hospitals,… Read more »

Kenya: ODM Condemns Mistreatment of Butere Girls Students, Journalists Over Echoes of War Play

The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has condemned the mistreatment of Butere Girls High Schools students and journalists over the Echoes of War play. Read more »

Kenya: Ruto, Gachagua Allies Clash At Burial of Mathira Women Choir Chairlady Muchiru

Mathira Member of Parliament Eric Wamumbi was forced to cut short his speech during a burial in Mathira after mourners attacked him after he hit out at former deputy president… Read more »

Kenya: Fashion - Aulgah Nato X Debra Sanaipei Unveil a Power Collection for the Modern Woman

Fashion is more than fabric and stitches; it's a language of self-expression, confidence, and empowerment. For women, it's a statement of identity--one that evolves with every… Read more »

Kenya: 3 Arraigned in Nyamira Court for Assaulting Woman At Graveside

Three men were arraigned at the Nyamira Law Courts on Tuesday afternoon for allegedly assaulting a woman during her husband's burial. Read more »

Kenya: Mercy Corps Agrifin Hosts Learning Session to Voost Women in Gritech

Mercy Corps AgriFin convened a peer-to-peer learning session to foster a community of practice focused on designing and scaling gender-intentional solutions for women entrepreneurs… Read more »

Kenya: Three Arrested for Assaulting Woman During Burial in Nyamira

Police in Nyamira County have arrested three men accused of assaulting a woman during a burial ceremony in Kiambere area, Mwongorisi Sub-location. Read more »

Kenya: Cabinet Approves National Policy On Women's Economic Empowerment

The Cabinet has sanctioned the National Policy on Women's Economic Empowerment in a bid to promote gender equality and economic participation. Read more »

Kenya: Kenya Advocates for Gender-Sensitive Drug Policies At Global Forum

Kenya has reaffirmed its commitment to integrating gender-sensitive approaches into drug policies, emphasizing the need for inclusive interventions that address the distinct… Read more »

Kenya: Women's Day March in Nairobi Raises Funds for Conservation, Gender Equality

More than 200 conservationists, tourism professionals, and community members took part in a Women's Day march in Nairobi to raise funds for underfunded conservation projects and… Read more »

Kenya: Chepkirui Crowns Women's Day With Victory At Nagoya Marathon

Kenya's Sheila Chepkirui cruised to victory at Sunday's Nagoya Women's Marathon in Japan, following on from her triumph at the New York Marathon. Read more »

Kenya: Experts Push for More Women's Leadership in African Agrifood Systems

Leading agricultural organizations have called for increased investment in women's leadership to strengthen Africa's agrifood systems. Read more »

Kenya: HPV Awareness Day - Why Should Men Get Vaccinated If Cervical Cancer Primarily Affects Women?

Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a common sexually transmitted infection that can lead to various cancers, including cervical cancer, which primarily affects women. Read more »

Kenya: 5 Women Dead in Siaya Gold Mine Collapse, 1 Missing

Five female artisanal gold miners died on Monday evening after a mining shaft collapsed at Lumba gold mine in North Ramba, Rarieda, Siaya County. Read more »

Kenya: Global Report Reveals FGM/C Extends Beyond Known Regions, Wants Urgent Action

A new report has compiled evidence of female genital mutilation/cutting (FGM/C) in 94 countries, revealing that this harmful practice exists in more communities than previously… Read more »

Kenya: 700 Young Women Trained for Global Hospitality Jobs

At least 700 young women in Nairobi's top hospitality institutions have received training on emerging market trends, career mentorship, and global job opportunities through an… Read more »

Kenya: Kipyegon Ready to Move More Mountains With Jump to Women's 10,000m

Triple Olympic champion Faith Kipyegon says she is open to competing in the women's 10,000m and road race in the not-so-distant future. Read more »

Kenya: (Watch) Kenya Is Losing 9 Women Daily to Cervical Cancer As Statistics Show Over 3000 Die Annually

Kenya is losing 9 women daily to cervical cancer as statistics show over 3000 die annually due to the disease that has been categorised as the world's second killer disease. Read more »

Kenya: Ruto Endorses Trump's Policy Shift On Gender, Says 'Men Must Remain Men'

President William Ruto has praised US President Donald Trump's decision to recognize only two genders --male and female -- reversing to repeal policies that advance LGBTQ+ rights. Read more »

Kenya: Sonko Bails Out Woman Arrested for Storming Health Ministry Over Shah Hitches

A woman who stormed Health CS Debra Barasa's briefing over SHAH hitches, has been freed on a Sh10,000 cash bail paid by Mike Sonko, who has vowed to help her get justice. Read more »

Kenya: Public Outcry As Woman Arrested Over Afya House Protest Against Health Insurance Hitches

The arrest of one of the women who stormed Health Cabinet Secretary Dr. Deborah Barasa's press briefing at Afya House last week, has sparked uproar on social media, with many… Read more »