Kenya: IEBC Warns of Stern Action on Violence against Women
By: Samwel Owino The security of women candidates in the forthcoming Kenya elections has been guaranteed as the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has sent out a stern warning to male political rivals and their supporters against harassing their women opponents during this campaign period. Speaking in Nairobi during a meeting of women candidates vying for various political seats in the General elections on Tuesday, IEBC chairman Wafula Chebukati urged women candidates to report any kind of harassment during campaigns so that action can be taken against the perpetrators of violence. “Our office is always open, report any kind of harassment and we will fully enforce the electoral code of conduct,” Mr. Chebukati said. “As a woman candidate, do not just sit back when you feel your right has been infringed on, report to us and action will be taken immediately,” Chebukati told the women politicians. The tough talk…
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Kenya: Agency Trains Police to Better Handle Gender-Based Violence Cases
By: Vivian Jebet Police officers in Isiolo County have been trained to be responsive to gender-based violence cases as the country heads for elections.…
