TO WHAT EXTENT CAN YOU BE GAY IN KENYA? Exploring the Supreme Court’s Judgment in Petition No. 16 of 2019

INTRODUCTION: WHY ARE YOU GAY? “WHY ARE YOU GAE?” (sic) – a seemingly innocent yet profoundly insensitive question that echoed through the airwaves in a Ugandan morning show back in 2012. This controversial inquiry, posed by a Ugandan journalist to a gay activist, not only underscored the rampant lack of understanding but also laid bare…

BREAKING THE CYCLE OF GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE IN KENYA: Do We Protect Our Daughters or Do We Educate Our Sons?

INTRODUCTION The air in Kenya hangs heavy with grief, thick with the echoes of a collective scream ripped from the throats of our daughters, sisters, and mothers. The recent spate of brutal killings of women, allegedly by men they either trusted or encountered online, has shaken the country to its core. These atrocities have exposed…

The Love Contract: Navigating the Legalities of Love in Kenya

Valentine’s Day is Here! Let’s Talk About Love, Legally Speaking… Valentine’s Day conjures images of flowers, chocolate, and romance. It’s a special occasion to celebrate love and romance with your partner. Granted, you might have already made arrangements for a special date, bought a gift, or written a card to express your undying love for…