FGM identified as leading cause of death in Africa
Female genital mutilation (FGM) is a leading cause of death in the countries where it is practised, with over 44,000 additional women and young girls dying each year, a new
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Konoin residents protest against illicit brew
Residents of Taboino Location in Konoin Sub-county in Bomet took to the streets Thursday, protesting against illicit brews that they regretted had ruined their children. Carrying twigs, the irate residents also
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Residents urged not to normalize SGBV
Residents of Busia have been advised not to normalise Sexual and gender-based Violence (SGBV). Speaking during a sensitization forum for chiefs at a Busia hotel on Wednesday, the Director of Rural
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Vihiga County steps up efforts to eradicate GBV
Sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) has been a thorny issue among Vihiga residents that needs collaborative efforts to be contained. The violence is mainly meted out to women and children, a
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IGAD Women call for inclusion in peacebuilding
The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) women's peace and security forum has called for gender equality and women's empowerment within the region. In a conference held in Nairobi on Tuesday, the stakeholders
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