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Political party financing and equal participation of women in Kenyan electoral politics: A situation overview

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February 11, 2016

Political party financing and equal participation of women in Kenyan electoral politics: A situation overview

This report, published in 2015 by the International Institute for Electoral Assistance and Democracy  presents findings from a study on political party finan

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This report, published in 2015 by the International Institute for Electoral Assistance and Democracy  presents findings from a study on political party finan

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April 27, 2026
Kenya rolls out new police training guide to tackle rising sexual and digital GBV

President William Ruto last year established and mandated a 42-member task force to recommend solutions to the rising wave of sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV). The move came after cases hit record levels, triggering widespread public outcry.

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The Cost of Leading: Violence against Women in Kenyan Politics in the Lead-up to 2027

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March 30, 2026

The Cost of Leading: Violence against Women in Kenyan Politics in the Lead-up to 2027

Kenyan women are at the forefront of defending their democracy. Their recent leadership reflects a long history of pivotal contributions, both to women’s rights and the rights of all Kenyans.

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Kenyan women are at the forefront of defending their democracy. Their recent leadership reflects a long history of pivotal contributions, both to women’s rights and the rights of all Kenyans.

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Advancing Women's Representation: Insights from Kenyan MP Catherine Muyeka Mumma on Gender Equality

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February 9, 2026

Advancing Women's Representation: Insights from Kenyan MP Catherine Muyeka Mumma on Gender Equality

MP Catherine Muyeka Mumma
MP Catherine Muyeka Mumma
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MP Catherine Muyeka Mumma

April 9, 2015
UN Women: Peace and security specialist

 

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Key Gains and Challenges: A Gender Audit of Kenya's 2013 Election Process

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January 13, 2014

Key Gains and Challenges: A Gender Audit of Kenya's 2013 Election Process

“Every country deserves to have the best possible leader and that means that women have to be given a chance to compete. If they’re never allowed to compete in the electoral process, then the countries are really robbing  themselves of a great deal of talent.” -Madeleine K.

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“Every country deserves to have the best possible leader and that means that women have to be given a chance to compete. If they’re never allowed to compete in the electoral process, then the countries are really robbing  themselves of a great deal of talent.” -Madeleine K.

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