March 18
Kenya: Two Men Sentenced to Death for Robbing Woman of Cash and Onions in Meru
Two men have been sentenced to death after a court in Meru County found them guilty of robbery with violence in an attack that left a woman injured and robbed of cash and household… Read more »
March 17
Kenya: Kenya's Top Female Rally Driver Sheghu Scoops Two Continental Awards in a Month
Fresh from competing in the 2026 WRC Safari Rally, Kenya's top female rally driver, Pauline Sheghu, has won two global awards this month for her stellar contribution in various… Read more »
March 09
Kenya: Supporters of Presidential Aspirant Isaac Kiniti Launch Youth and Women's Caucus Ahead of 2027 Polls
Supporters of presidential aspirant Isaac Kiniti have launched a youth and women's caucus aimed at mobilising grassroots support for his anticipated bid in the 2027 Kenyan General… Read more »
March 08
Kenya: Empowering Women Key to Stronger Economies, Says Rachel Ruto
First Lady Rachel Ruto has renewed her call for greater investment in women's economic empowerment, saying supporting women and girls is essential to building stronger families,… Read more »
March 05
Kenya: CAF Postpones Wafcon 2026 Over Unseen Circumstances
The Women's Africa Cup of Nations (Wafcon), earlier scheduled to begin on March 17 this year in Morocco, has been postponed. Read more »
February 26
Kenya: Duchess of Edinburgh Urges Kenya to Turn Gender Equality Pledges Into Action
The Duchess of Edinburgh has urged Kenya to move beyond policy commitments and translate gender equality pledges into concrete action, stressing that women's bodies "should not be… Read more »
February 25
Kenya: Duchess of Edinburgh Visits Kenya to Champion Women's Role in Peace and Security
The Duchess of Edinburgh has arrived in Kenya for a high-level visit aimed at strengthening the role of women in peacebuilding, security and economic growth, ahead of International… Read more »
February 17
Kenya: DCI Promises 'Comprehensive Inquiry' Into Russian Man Behind Viral Tapes With Kenyan Women
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has launched an inquiry into widely-circulated unconsented intimate videos released by a Russian man featuring Kenyan women. Read more »
Ghana: Russian Embassy in Ghana Responds to Allegations Involving Citizen Accused of Secretly Filming Women in Ghana and Kenya
The Embassy of Russia in Ghana has responded to reports circulating in sections of the Ghanaian media alleging that a purported Russian citizen engaged in sexual activities with… Read more »
February 16
Kenya: DPP Seeks Age Verification for Female TikToker in Mombasa Heroin Case
The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) has requested an age assessment and social inquiry report for a female TikToker arrested in connection with a heroin… Read more »
Kenya: Govt Orders Cross-Border Effort to Trace Russian Man Behind Secret Recordings of Kenyan Women
The government has ordered a coordinated cross-border effort to trace a Russian national accused of secretly recording Kenyan women and circulating the footage online. Read more »
Kenya: Gender Pay Gap Won't Close for Another 30 Years, Warns Trade Unions Group
Moves to close the gender pay gap will not be successful until 2056 if progress remains at its current rate, according to the Trades Union Congress (TUC). Read more »
February 12
Kenya: Muslim Woman Rejects Ruto's Hug in Mandera
A moment of cultural sensitivity drew attention during President William Ruto's visit to Mandera on Thursday, as a Muslim woman politely declined a hug from the President during… Read more »
February 09
Kenya: Clinical Officer Arrested for Raping Pregnant Woman At Bomet Health Centre
A clinical officer attached to Chemaner Health Center in Bomet County has been arrested for allegedly raping a pregnant woman during a routine medical visit at the facility. Read more »
Uganda: Global Women's Alliance Denounces Museveni's Targeted Assault On Ugandan Women
Women's rights advocates across Africa and the world have condemned Uganda's security forces for systematic sexual violence and political repression targeting women following the… Read more »
February 06
Kenya: Why Kenya's Under 20 Women's Side Played Male Teams to Prepare for World Cup Qualifier
National women under 20 football coach Jackline Juma says playing against male teams has toughened her girls for Saturday's World Cup qualifier against Tanzania. Read more »
February 05
Kenya: Waiguru Rolls Out Sanitary Pads Drive for Schoolgirls
Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru has rolled out a massive countywide sanitary pads distribution drive aimed at curbing absenteeism of girls from school during menses. Read more »
January 30
Kenya: Starlets Cast the Net Wider As Odemba Calls Local Talent for Wafcon Mini-Camp
Harambee Starlets will enter a one-week mini-camp for locally based players as part of their preparations for the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), as the technical… Read more »
January 26
Kenya: Solar-Powered Classrooms Transform Vocational Training in Women Prisons
Women inmates at Kisii and Machakos prisons in Kenya are gaining new hope through vocational training, thanks to solar-powered, containerized classrooms donated by Sukuma Twende… Read more »
January 27
Kenya: Meet Rukiya Mohamed - the Only Female Snake Handler in Kenya's Coast Conservation Area
From the quiet shores of Kiwayuu in Lamu County to the global conservation stage, Rukiya Mohamed's journey is a story of courage, discipline, and unwavering purpose. Read more »
Kenya: Why Kenya Must Invest and Enforce Its Way to Ending FGM
On the 2026 International Day of Zero Tolerance for FGM, Kenya faces a turning point. While we have lowered prevalence and strengthened laws, progress is not a final victory. Read more »
January 26
Kenya: GBV Technical Team Urges Treasury to Ring-Fence Sh50 Billion for Femicide Response
The Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Technical Working Group has urged the National Treasury to ring-fence at least Sh50 billion in the 2026/2027 financial year to strengthen Kenya's… Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto Calls On All Kenyans to Take Responsibility in Ending Gender-Based Violence
President William Ruto has called on all Kenyans to play an active role in ending gender-based violence (GBV), saying the fight against abuse cannot be left to the government… Read more »
Kenya: APs Seal Kakamega, Iron Ladies Crowned Western Bingwafest Champions
APS Seal Kakamega and Iron Ladies Academy are the new Western Region football champions after triumphing during the regional finals held at the Mumias Sports Complex, Mumias,… Read more »
Kenya: Faith in Action - World Record Holder Kipyegon Launches Project to Elevate Women
NAIROBI, Kenya, January 26, 2026 - Olympic and world champion Faith Kipyegon has commissioned a maternity ward in Keringet to improve maternal care in the region. Read more »
