Kenya Launches Campaign Against Gender-based Violence

The Kenyan government, through the Ministry of Gender, has intensified its fight against gender‑based violence (GBV) with a new nationwide public awareness campaign using mobile digital media. The initiative was officially launched with the deployment of four branded LED‑equipped campaign vehicles that will crisscross Nairobi and other counties, broadcasting GBV prevention, protection, and response messages directly to communities.
This effort comes amid growing concern over femicide, intimate‑partner violence, and other forms of abuse targeting women and girls. The National Gender & Equality Commission (NGEC) has joined forces with civil society groups, calling on all sectors to take urgent action. The Commission noted that GBV in Kenya is pervasive and undermines not only women’s rights but the social fabric of the country. County-level initiatives are also underway: Kwale County has launched its 16‑Days of Activism programme, while Narok County is setting up a specialized GBV court to fast‑track justice for survivors.
In parallel, the Kenya Women Parliamentary Association (KEWOPA) has rolled out the Komesha Dhuluma campaign, backed by a KSh 100 million commitment, to mobilize communities, hold dialogues, and build grassroots momentum against femicide and violence.
Advocates say the combined, multi-pronged strategy—melding awareness, legal action, and grassroots dialogue—is vital to reduce gender-based violence in Kenya. With strong political will and community engagement, they hope the campaign will translate into tangible reductions in abuse and more robust protection for survivors.