KWEPS

03/05/2026

Taking Civic Education to the government officials is part of KWEPS mandate.

05/03/2026

These County budget facilitators from 14 counties helps, guide, coordinate, and support the county budgeting process to ensure it is transparent, participatory, and effective. They help different stakeholders like government officials, community members, and organizations to understand and contribute to how public funds are planned and used.

This year(2025),the team was hosted by facilitator Ruth Muthoni in Kirinyaga county to review progress and plan for the next phase.

09/02/2026

"We must have perseverance and above all confidence in ourselves.We must believe that we are gifted for something and that thing must be attained."Marie Curie

20/01/2026

Empowering communities beyond politics!
KWEPS is centred on serving the needs and interests of the community as a whole,regardless of political beliefs or affiliations.Maintaining a non-partisan position allows the organization to remain inclusive, trustworthy and accessible to all community members.This status strengthens the organization's credibility,fosters broad collaboration with diverse stakeholders,and reinforces it's commitment to unity,equity and community wellbeing.

As a non-partisan entity, KWEPS is all set to embark on Voter Education in Kirinyaga county-Kenya ahead of the 2027 general elections in partnership with the IEBC.

04/12/2025

Today 4/12/2025,a team from KWEPS comprising of Ruth,Regina and Sylvia held a radio talk show at 104.6 fm glado radio to discuss the various aspects of human rights.This is part of the ongoing HAKI NI YETU project funded by THE EUROPEAN UNION.

23/11/2025

The right to democratic governance refers to the fundamental principle that all people are entitled to participate in the political processes that shape their society. This right is deeply rooted in the idea that governments derive their legitimacy from the consent of the citizens and that individuals should have a say in the laws, policies, and leadership that affect their lives.

Here are some key elements of the right to democratic governance:

1. Right to Participate in free,fair and transparent elections.
2. Political Pluralism
3. Rule of law and accountability
4. Human Rights and Freedoms
5. Inclusive Governance
6. Free and Independent Media

The right to democratic governance is a cornerstone of human dignity and autonomy. It ensures that people can have a direct influence on the decisions that shape their lives, leading to a more just, accountable, and inclusive society.

KWEPS held a training targeting state and non-state actors,Csos and vulnerable groups in Kirinyaga county to train on the above.This is part of HAKI NI YETU project funded by THE EUROPEAN UNION.

18/11/2025

On 18/11/2025 KWEPS Organization received a team from HAKI ni YETU project funded by the European union.This was part of the monitoring and evaluation exercise on the ongoing project titled BALANCED PARTICIPATION IN DECISION MAKING

16/11/2025

15/11/2025

On 14/11/2025.KWEPS organization brought together the bloggers and social media influencers drawn from the larger Kirinyaga county for a training on " impact of social media and other emerging technologies on human rights".Among the key takeaways was to use the digital platforms responsibly and when exposing evil deeds,ensure the content is true and factual.This is part of the ongoing HAKI NI YETU project funded by THE EUROPEAN UNION.

15/11/2025

Kirinyaga county Chief officer gender and youth affairs,Director gender and youth and KWEPS Executive Director pose for a photo during a training on impact of social media on human rights ahead international women's day.