Kenya Commemorates International Human Rights Day, Pledges Action Against Inequality and Violence

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Kenya joined the world today in celebrating International Human Rights Day under the theme "Our Rights, Our Future, Right Now."

The government reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding the dignity and freedoms of all citizens, emphasizing the urgency of addressing persistent human rights challenges.

In a statement by Government Spokesperson Hon. Sen. (Dr.) Isaac Mwaura, CBS, the day was recognized as an opportunity to reflect on the principles of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR), adopted 76 years ago. The UDHR forms the basis for global human rights standards, advocating for fundamental freedoms such as justice, equality, inclusivity, education, and healthcare.

Dr. Mwaura highlighted Kenya’s progress in human rights advocacy, including the ratification of key international treaties such as the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD), the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW), and the Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC).

He also noted the country’s achievements in disability rights, marking 20 years of legislative advancements, and emphasized the robust human rights framework provided by the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.

“Our human rights-based approach has been instrumental in driving national development initiatives such as Vision 2030 and the Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda,” said Dr. Mwaura.

Despite these achievements, he acknowledged persistent challenges, including the alarming rise in femicide. Dr. Mwaura revealed that 97 women had been killed in the last 90 days, with a total of 150 femicide cases recorded in 2023.

“The government condemns these heinous acts in the strongest terms and stands in solidarity with the families of the victims,” he stated, reaffirming the government’s commitment to working with partners to address violence and uphold justice.

Dr. Mwaura stressed the importance of protecting the rights of vulnerable groups, including women, children, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and marginalized communities.

“Our diversity is our strength. In the spirit of Ubuntu, we must strive to uphold our shared humanity and build a common future,” he said.

He concluded by emphasizing that protecting human rights is essential to building trust, strengthening democracy, and ensuring inclusive development for all Kenyans.


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