On the sunlit shores of Diani Beach in Kenya, Francis and Joyce, a newlywed couple from Uganda, stroll barefoot across the warm sands, laughter rising above the soft murmur of waves. For them, this goes beyond a honeymoon. It’s a celebration of culture and the ease of moving freely within East Africa. Their romantic getaway was…
In Partnership with The game of sex in politics Caroline Katana digs into how sex is used as a tool to pull down women in politics With her shy demeanour and disarming smile, Hawaa Abdul Salim is the type of person you will likely never see angry no matter the circumstances. We spoke about her…
Women journalists in Kenya face violent threats when covering news stories but the work they do is vital for public communication and awareness hence they suffer in silence. Caroline Katana speaks with a Radio journalist to hear some of the experiences female journalists face and what needs to be done to ensure security and safety….
The practice of Community Policing in Kenya seeks to expand the partnership to all other Government Agencies, the private sector, Non-Government Organizations (NGOs) and civil society to improve public safety and the quality of life for all persons within the Country. Katiba Ali Mwakutunga a mother from Ng’ombeni, a village in Kenya narrates her near-death…
While the media industry is growing very fast, media freedom is still limited. On average, every four days, a journalist is killed for bringing information to the public. Reporter Caroline Katana interviews Mercy Kahenda, a journalist at Standard Media Group who experienced threats when trying to cover a story in Kenya. This story is part…
In this news story, journalist Caroline Katana uncovers why domestic violence cases against women and girls in Kenya still go unsolved and unreported. She speaks to survivors and advocates who are fighting for solutions on the ground. This story is part of the African Women in Media (AWiM) Peace and Security Journalism Programme in partnership…
Climate change insecurity: Kenya continues to battle the effects of climate change. Women and children are often left to shoulder the burden of food insecurity. Governments and local organisations need to prioritise these through peacebuilding tactics. This story is part of the African Women in Media (AWiM) Peace and Security Journalism Programme in partnership with…
Children’s rights need to be protected. They are targeted by abuse such as violence and discrimination. Sexual abuse is underreported in Kenya and is often inflicted by family members and acquaintances. Journalist Caroline Katana reports on the experiences young girls fighting against violence in the home face. This story is part of the African Women…
Journalist Caroline Katana speaks with Anzadze Shobo about disability rights in Kenya. Living with a disability Ms Shoba understands the gaps in policies and wants to change this. With her passion for women’s development, participation and safety for all, she expresses how she wants to see the Kenyan government implement policies for persons with disability…
Female peace champions are fighting the continued threat of youth gangs. But they are now aiming for more collective change. These Kenyan champions are calling for societal aid and policy implementation. This story is part of the African Women in Media (AWiM) Peace and Security Journalism Programme in partnership with UNESCO, through the IPDC framework.
Caroline Katana, speaks with women peace advocates and politicians in Kenya to hear about the challenges they are facing whilst advocating for the rights of women to vote, participate and play leading roles in government decisions. This story is part of the African Women in Media (AWiM) Peace and Security Journalism Programme in partnership with…
This story is part of the African Women in Media (AWiM) Peace and Security Journalism Programme in partnership with UNESCO, through the IPDC framework.
