Editor's Review

As revealed during the presser, the campaign will run for 16 days. 

President William Ruto has announced a nationwide campaign following the increase of femicide in the country.

Speaking at State House on Wednesday, November 20, the Head of State revealed that the Safe Home, Safe Space campaign, would be led by women leaders in government institutions.

Ruto explained that the leaders would raise awareness of the signs of Gender Based Violence (GBV) while informing the public of the safe spaces and avenues where they can get help.

As revealed during the presser, the campaign will run for 16 days. Additionally, in support of the nationwide exercise, Ruto committed Ksh100 million in funding.


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"We are launching a safe home, safe space campaign during the 16 days of activism against GBV that will start on November 25," the President announced.

Meanwhile, he called on parents and girls to be vigilant on social media given that some criminals were taking advantage of the networking platforms to lure their victims.

Directive to Authorities

On the other hand, the President directed police to expedite investigations into reported femicide cases.

Ruto also instructed the authorities to ensure that the gender desks at police stations are fully operational.

"I have instructed the criminal justice actors to execute their mandate without delay, holding perpetrators of femicide fully accountable," he directed.

"Gender desks in police stations must be enhanced and we will soon introduce similar gender desks in hospitals to ensure that victims receive immediate attention and care."