Kenya National Commision on Human Rights

12/11/2025

FGM is a practice overtaken by time & the law yet it still remains a debate that communities are adamant to engage in. KNCHR Commissioner Dr. Dennis Wamalwa was in Garrisa today leading a conversation with law enforcement officers on their role in responding to the outlawed practice.

The meeting in Garrisa also served as a validation forum where the officers gave their input on an FGM e learning module for law enforcement officers prior to its roll out for its effectiveness.

UNFPA Kenya

11/11/2025

An informed society is stronger in claiming its rights. KNCHR continues to hold dialogues and trainings to empower communities and foster a lasting culture of human rights.

11/11/2025

11/11/2025

Protecting men's mental health is an essential component of upholding human rights. Every man has the right to access mental heath care and receive support for psychological well-being without discrimination.

10/11/2025

KNCHR Redress & Legal Dept. emerged 1st Runners-Up in the Public Sector Legal Department of the Year 2025 category at the Nairobi Legal Awards (LSK NRB Branch)
This recognition reaffirms KNCHR's commitment to access to justice & securing redress for human rights violations.

09/11/2025

KNCHR Chairperson, Ms. Claris Ogangah, met with Kenyan human rights defenders Bob Njagi and Nicholas Oyoo upon their return to Kenya after release from Uganda. KNCHR encourages East African governments to protect human rights defenders by strengthening legal frameworks and support systems to protect citizens from abductions and enforced disappearances in the region.

Human rights defenders face persistent threats, intimidation and risks to their safety. KNCHR emphasizes the critical need to create and maintain safe environments where defenders can carry out their legitimate work without fear. Legitimate human rights work must never be criminalized.

07/11/2025

✨KNCHR ’s Redress & Legal Dept has been nominated for Public Sector Legal Dept of the Year 2025 by the Nairobi Legal Awards (LSK Nairobi Branch)!
Theme: “The Access to Justice Edition” echoing KNCHR's mandate under Art.59(2)(e) to secure redress for human rights violations

07/11/2025

KNCHR Chairperson, Ms. Claris Ogangah (2R), joined fellow Chairpersons of Constitutional Commissions and Heads of Independent Offices (CCIOs) in the Chairpersons’ meeting. The forum provided a platform to strengthen collaboration, review the year’s progress and engage on shared frameworks that enhance service delivery to the people of Kenya.

06/11/2025

The Child Justice Service Month seeks to ensure swift and fair justice for children. Join KNCHR, in collaboration with NCAJ (National Council on Administration of Justice), in calling for stronger multi-agency efforts to combat child abuse. Be part of the official launch of the Child Justice Service Month at Kinango Baraza Park, Kwale, and Mama Ngina Waterfront, Mombasa on 6th November, and at Kilifi Law Courts on 7th November.

Karibuni nyote!

03/11/2025

KNCHR Chairperson, Claris Ogangah, commended advocates who tirelessly promote access to justice, uphold democracy and fight impunity in her keynote address as the Chief Guest during the ’s (LSK) Public Interest Gala. Held under the 2025 Legal Awareness Week theme "The Justice System as an Enabler of Impunity," the event celebrated advocates advancing access to justice and strengthening democracy through pro bono public interest work. KNCHR joins LSK in applauding these fearless defenders of the rule of law.

02/11/2025