Through their programme Defend Record Yako, @siasaplace ensures a 50% representation of women in all of their engagements. This provides an opportunity for women to fully participate in holding the government accountable.
#EmbraceEquity together with Siasa Place. #IWD2023
The only way we can live as a people is to ensure that the BBI report represent the aspiration of of all Kenyans and most specifically the marginalized communities ~ @AdumaWilkister#DemocracyAndRightsFestival
Any venture that seeks success is 80 percent systems and 20 percent people and democracy is where we build as a people for ourselves. - @AdumaWilkister#DemocracyAndRightsFestival
We must create systems that will influence change. We can not expect different results if we still use the same process
~Fredrick Okango
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Despite the progressive constitution provisions, women's representation in political leadership in Kenya still remains below the global average. Corruption and tribalism also pose big threats to democracy and human rights in Kenya. #DemocracyAndRightsFestival
The two third gender rule is a key aspect in ensuring that the constitution is upheld and it's only through the implementation of this rule~ Frederick Okango
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constitution making is a process that take years of experience and issues around implimenting and interpretation, and we are at a point in time we could be auditing it ~ Fredrick , thirdway alliance
Protecting the constitution is paramount in ensuring that implementation of its key components . The constitution must be implemented. ~ Orwa
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@RoyalTrendia Economic struggles are governance issues which are only fixed by political actions. This why families struggle for bread currently is secondary while fixing our politics being a priority,thus Its opportunistic politics that has brought us this far.
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Kenya's constitution heralded a new Era for the nation, particularly in relation to the advancement of democracy, human rights and accountability. It strengthens opportunities for women and more devolved structures.
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A constitution is a social contract that should be protected from people with intentions of pursuing selfish interests using the Constitution. We must collectively defend the integrity of our constitution ~ Micheal Orwa #DemocracyAndRightsFestival
As the government is reducing the HELB funds and increasing the school fees,does it assure education is for everyone?
~Malvin
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When we exclude women we downplay the role of women playing governance and dev. Allowing women to play part in the decision-making process creates room for diverse and sustainable solutions that address the real issues that affect them. @AdumaWilkister#DemocracyandRightsFestival