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Women human rights defenders decry increased threats, attacks by state

Participants dancing at the Defenders Coalition women's rights defenders’ forum on March 25, 2026. [Kanyiri Wahito, Standard]

Women human rights defenders in the country are increasingly grappling with mounting fears, threats, financial strain and psychological pressure even as they remain central to the county’s struggle for justice and accountability.

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