Human Rights MPs

23/12/2025

We made an open call for young aspirants from across all 47 counties to register and collectively develop an Accountability Charter ahead of the 2027 General Elections.

We received over 500 applications, from which more than 150 aspirants for positions including Governor, Senate, National Assembly and County Assemblies were shortlisted and hosted in Limuru for the Aspirants Accountability Charter Convention.

Supported by KEPHRA under the EU’s ENoP - WYDE Political Parties Project, the Convention brought together representatives from every county to co-create a shared accountability framework. Through open contributions and honest engagement, it was clear that many young aspirants are seeking a genuine opportunity to change the governance of their counties and the country at large.

The Charter holds all participants to the same accountability standards ahead of the elections, guiding conduct during campaigns and throughout the electoral process. If we are to transform our politics, we must build democratic systems that are inclusive, where accountability still matters and leadership serves the interests of the people.

We are proud to have brought together young aspirants from across the nation. Young people are not waiting to inherit the future. They are shaping it.

Green Forum Abigail Plaino Human Rights MPs Kwame Oyugi Gloria Michira

17/12/2025

Kephra, in partnership with Route to Food is happy to be supporting the development of the TransNzoia Right to Food Policy.

17/12/2025

03/12/2025

Young people aren’t just the future of this country, they are part of its leadership today. When they step forward to vie for office, they deserve a process that is fair, transparent and accountable.
As we head into the Young Aspirants National Accountability Charter Convention, we’re underscoring one simple truth: a democracy only works when those seeking to lead can do so without fear, barriers or manipulation.
Accountability protects their voice, and in turn, strengthens our institutions.


ENoP Green Forum

25/11/2025

Women remain underrepresented in political spaces, yet they are the ones who shape politics at the grassroots.
During the Women League Convention held under the ENoP WYDE Project, we met inspiring women leaders from across the country. Each one has dared to step into politics and continues to drive change in her community.
As we look toward the 2027 general elections, we want their influence seen, valued, and strengthened. We encourage more women to step forward, take up leadership, and keep winning.

Abigail Plaino Gloria Michira Green Forum

25/11/2025

14/11/2025

Kephra, in partnership with the Kisii County Government, hosted a public participation forum on the proposed Kisii Food Security and Nutrition Bill, 2025. Advocate Magugu took participants through key provisions of the Bill at Kisii ATC on 12/11/2025.

The forum was opened by CEC ALFCD Hon. Erick Miyienda and brought together senior county officials from agriculture, health, trade, administration and public participation. Each of the 45 wards was represented by two farmers who shared their views and proposed amendments.

Once adopted, this Bill will strengthen Kisii County’s commitment to ensuring every resident enjoys the right to food.

Kisii County Assembly_Official Gloria Michira Kwame Oyugi Heinrich-Böll-Stiftung Route to Food

31/10/2025

Representation matters. We want to have more women in various leadership positions. For this to happen, women must feel safe within political spaces.

This is why the national women league convention, implemented by Human Rights MPs as part of the ENoP WYDE political parties project, was important.

We want to ensure that political parties set the pace, by having gender-responsive policy & governance frameworks.

Green Forum Gloria Michira Abigail Plaino

30/10/2025

//Empowering Women Leaders in Politics//

We just concluded the National Women League Convention in partnership with ENoP under the WYDE political parties program. The convention brought together grassroots women leaders from 27 counties.

✨️During this convention, the women, representing UGM Party, engaged with key party documents — the constitution, manifesto, and nomination rules — seeking to understand and reshape them into tools that reflect equality, fairness, and inclusivity.

⏭️More importantly, they shared their truths.
✨️Stories of being overlooked, lied to, or pushed aside within political spaces.
✨️Of working tirelessly for parties that later denied them nomination tickets.
✨️Of the pain that comes with being dismissed simply for being a woman, a widow, or a single mother.

💡Yet, they also shared stories of courage, of resilience, of hope, and the will to keep fighting. Because when political parties shut women out, the nation loses out on great opportunities for development.

This is why this convention was important. To make sure our party structures and policies are not only fair, but gender-responsive.

A step towards ensuring that the promise of democracy truly includes everyone.



Abigail Plaino Gloria Michira Human Rights MPs Green Forum Catherine Dzame

24/10/2025

When we asked the women and youth leaders why they want to run for office during our TOT training on inclusive democratic properties, their answers reminded us what true leadership looks like! Its about courage, purpose, and the will to change things for the better for the common mwananchi.

ENoP

21/10/2025

True representation goes beyond numbers, it’s about having a voice, having influence, and taking action.

Across Kenya, women make up more than half the population but hold only about 22% of seats in the National Assembly. Research shows this gap begins within political parties themselves, where many constitutions, manifestos, and nomination rules fail to fully reflect women’s priorities and participation.

Next week, KEPHRA will host the National Women League Convention for women leaders of the United Green Movement Party, supported by the ENoP WYDE Project , to try and change that narrative. They’ll review key party documents to ensure they truly speak to women’s realities in politics.

We can’t wait to engage with these powerful women who are already influencing political engagement at local level.

When women understand the rules, they are better placed to shape them!

05/10/2025

The Kisii County Committee on Agriculture held a sensitization workshop on the County Food and Nutrition Security (CFNS) Draft Bill, 2025, at Nyakoe Hotel on October 3, 2025. The workshop was supported by KEPHRA in collaboration with the County Government of Kisii.

The session was officially opened by the Chief Officer for Fisheries, Livestock, and Veterinary Services, Ms. Agnes Choti, who emphasized the importance of an inclusive and well-informed legislative process to strengthen food and nutrition security across the county.

During the proceedings, the Chair of the County Assembly Agriculture Committee, Hon. Ibrahim Machiki, joined other members in following the detailed presentations and discussions. Advocate Mark Magugu from the Kisii County Attorney’s Office took the committee members through the provisions of the CFNS Draft Bill, highlighting its key objectives, policy linkages, and implementation framework.

The workshop provided a platform for members of the Agriculture Committee to deepen their understanding of the Bill and offer input that will guide its refinement ahead of its presentation to the Assembly.

Governor's Press Unit-Kisii County Consumer Grassroots Association, Kenya Muranga County Moses Mutungi II Heinrich-Böll-Stiftung Route to Food Kisii County Government Gloria Michira