An Independent Constitutional Commission established by Article 59 of the Constitution mandated to promote, protect human rights and freedoms for ALL in Kenya.
The rule of law wins the day!Miguna Miguna has been awarded compensation over losses at this home. The court further ordered he be issued with his Kenyan Passport and ruled his handling as the worst form of human rights violation.
@HakiKNCHR
was interested party in the case.
HALT THE ONGOING FORCED EVICTIONS OF THE OGIEK COMMUNITY
KNCHR is perturbed by the on-going evictions in Sasimwani and Nkareta areas
of Narok County without the prior profiling and identification of genuine forest dwelling
communities.
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KNCHR staff and monitors are on ground in various parts of the country monitoring the situation. If you witness or are a victim of any human rights violations, we urge you to contact us on our TOLL FREE: 0800-720-627 or SMS 22359.
Forced eviction and demolitions of informal human settlements violates the victims' constitutional rights to housing (Article 43), respect for human dignity (Article 28) and their right to equality and non-discrimination (Article 27)
#RuaiDemolitions
@KenyasOmbudsman
@klrcKE
In his last visit to Kenya,Myles Monroe challenged us to die empty;not to enrich our graves with dreams & visions we would have accomplished on earth.Come celebrate the life of a man who died empty,a servant leader par excellence!
#OkothRightsChampion
@hakimorara
@bonifacemwangi
Call to Action & Recommendations:
1. Urgent investigations & prosecution of perpetrators of torture & other human
rights violations
2. Authorities must expedite the resolution of Court cases & ensure access
to justice for all citizens who've been arrested & detained
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KNCHR in now fully constituted with the swearing in of the new Chairperson and four Commisioners. They will serve for the next six years driving policy that will enhance the enjoyment of human rights in Kenya.
#HakiNaUchaguzi2022
A fresh Resettlement Action Plan (RAP) on the Langata- Ngong Road project will take place as from tomorrow, Monday 16th July 2018. The process will be spearheaded by
@nlc_Kenya
&
@KURAroads
.
@HakiKNCHR
& other partners will be observers to the process.
@okothkenneth
@parawakili
You can now share your feedback or lodge a complaint on the whatsapp number 0798849871 and our teams will respond or take action where necessary.
#HakiKwaWoteKilaWakati
The commission appreciatively signed a grant with
@GermanyinKenya
aimed at Protection and Promotion of the rights of Human Rights Defenders. This is a milestone towards realization of its Vision: A society that enjoys human rights and fundamental freedoms.
#HakiKwaWoteKilaWakati
The aspirations of Kenyans in the Constitution in Article 49(2) was to the effect that no person should be remanded in custody for offences that attract a punishment of fine only or imprisonment for a period less than 6 months.
@AmnestyKenya
@OHCHRKENYA
@UhaiWetu
@IMLU_org
PRESS STATEMENT
Kenya's Dangerous Path Towards Degeneration of Law and Order Amid Ongoing
#Maandamano
The following are the pertinent issues that have captured the nation:
-Torture by Security Agents
-Access to Justice
-Conduct of Police & Security Agents during Searches
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Today, KNCHR joins the rest of the world to commemorate the International Day for Older Persons. As we celebrate this day, we remember the constitutional obligations of the State under Article 57 to protect and promote the rights of the older members of our society.
Judgment of the case involving
@MigunaMiguna
vs the Cabinet Secretary Ministry of Interior and Coordination of National Government and Others will be done today at 10:00 am. KNCHR has been an interested party in the case.
#StandUp4HumanRights
Today is the International Day of Democracy. Let us all in one accord reflect on the history of Kenyan democracy.
@HakiKNCHR
is confident that the new government of President Ruto will promote and protect our nation’s democracy.
@WilliamsRuto
Human Rights Violated & Crisis Ignited Unrest With Tragic Consequences:
URGENT ACTION NEEDED
Yesterday,there was an unfortunate turn of events, which resulted in the loss of at least 9 Kenyan lives – 4 in Mlolongo & 5 others - 1 each in Kitengela, Emali, Sondu, Migori & Busia
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Chairperson
@KagwiriaMbogori
last Saturday joined the Ogiek Community in their victory celebrations following the judgement by the African Court on Human Rights & Peoples’ Rights in recognizing them as an indigenous community & granting them the rights to Mau Forest
@thekhrc
Your Excellency the DP
@rigathi
the Kenya National Commission on Human Rights
@HakiKNCHR
wishes to bring to your kind attention the important work & reports on Enforced Disappearances & Extra-Judicial Killings in Kenya.
@NRugene
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Cancer has robbed the country yet another galant personality, the premier female Governor of Bomet County, Dr Joyce Laboso. National & County Governments need to prioritize affordable local treatment options for cancer patients. RIP Dr. Laboso
@hakimorara
@KagwiriaMbogori
Should a drunk addict be subjected to the criminal Justice System, convicted and charged with a 10 years imprisonment when such a person would best be subjected to behavior correctional measures?
@NANHRI40
@ICJKenya
#DecriminalisePettyOffencesNow
The Kenya National Commission on Human Rights invites members of the public with information on the illegal law enforcement officers’ actions and/or the affected person(s) to contact the Commission via the contact details attached below.
#HakiKwaWoteKilaWakati
#CurfewKE
@IPOA_KE
The KNCHR is gravely concerned by the ongoing forced evictions in Kibera which is not only a violation of the law and human rights but also an unfortunate breach of trust and bad faith by the KURA and other concerned agencies.
@HakiKNCHR
@KTNNews
@citizentvkenya
@ntvkenya
@K24Tv
#DecriminalisePettyOffencesNow
Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) in conjunction with the ICJ Kenya and the Network of African National Human Rights Institutions - NANHRI today host the National Conference on Decriminalization of Petty Offences.
His Excellency the President
@WilliamsRuto
today hosted the
@HakiKNCHR
Chairperson, Roseline Odede & KNCHR Commissioners
@StateHouseKenya
during the inaugural meeting of Constitutional Commissions & Independent Offices.
A Thread 🧵
The Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) has noted with shock news
of the gruesome murder of
#EdwinChiloba
, a Human Rights Defender who advocated rights
of sexual minorities.
🧵A Thread
Upholding Constitutional Rights During Demonstrations.
@HakiKNCHR
expresses its deep
concern regarding yesterday’s incidents of police brutality during the peaceful
demonstrations that took place across the country during "Saba Saba."
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#EnoughIsEnough
#Maandamano
The Children Act 2022 protects all children from harmful practices such as female genital mutilation, intersex genital mutilation, girl child marriage, virginity testing and child marriages.
A THREAD
Today,
@HakiKNCHR
and
@KNBStats
signed a renewed MOU on cooperation to strengthen collection, disaggregation, analysis and dissemination of data on human rights (2023-2030).
Recalling the commitments of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development ensuring "no one is left behind."
As we commemorate the day of African Child today and applaud the 30th Anniversary of the African Charter on the Rights and Welfare of the Child (ACRWC); we must remember that all of us have a responsibility of ensuring that, ‘NO CHILD IS LEFT BEHIND.‟
#DAC2020
Congratulations to the KENYA NATIONAL COMMISSION ON HUMAN RIGHTS for being the only independent office that complied to the law and presidential directive of giving at least 30% to the special groups.
@hakiKNCHR
'The language we use shapes our mindset. 'Bora uhai' ensures that we resign ourselves to the consequences of poor governance. To change our mindsets, we must change our language.' Dr. Rachel Muchira
@Rachellewm
@parawakili
@ChevKenya
ON-GOING DOCTORS' STRIKE
The Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) expresses concern that the ongoing doctors’ strike has had and will continue to have direct impact on the provision of healthcare
in Kenya.
@HakiKNCHR
holds that the State bears...
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The
@KURAroads
meeting this morning has unanimously agreed to have the Resettlement Action Plan done from next week.This process will be led by NLC&KURA.
@HakiKNCHR
which has been leading the consultations for the last three days &other partners shall be observers to the exercise
@citizentvkenya
`Clarity for the honourable citizens here. There is a difference between KHRC and KNCHR. KNCHR is not an NGO but a constitutional body.
Today, at a Stakeholders Engagement on ratification of the International Convention on the Protection of the Rights of all Migrant workers and Members of their families.
As a country, we need to move from criminalizing the migrants, let's dignify them.
Issue of doctors’ fees should not be looked at in isolation of other related costs of healthcare -cost of transportation to health facilities; distances between facilities; sufficiency and efficiency of all cadres of personnel; hospital accommodation etc
@KagwiriaMbogori
This morning representatives from
@HakiKNCHR
met Hon. Opiyo Wandayi
@OpiyoWandayi
, Minority Leader (2nd left), MP
@NAssemblyKE
to discuss his Bill on the abolition of the death penalty and explore areas of collaboration and partnership. (A thread)
World Press Freedom Day
@HakiKNCHR
would like to appreciate the role of the Press in our society!
Press freedom is a fundamental human right that's enshrined in Article 19 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. It's a cornerstone of democratic societies & ...
(A THREAD)
Gender-based violence (GBV) is a serious violation of human rights and a life-threatening health and protection issue.
Report to
@HakiKNCHR
any cases via toll free line: 0800 720 627 and all our social media platforms.
#16DaysofActivism2022
Incase of any comments, feedback,concerns during the on going Resettlement Action Plan (RAP) on the Langata- Ngong Road project,kindly get in touch with
@HakiKNCHR
on our Toll Free No- 0800720627 or SMS 22359
Our commitment is to see a dignified, transparent & accountable process
The rule of law is not selective. Respect the rights of law enforcing officers and security agents during this electioneering period.
#hakinauchaguzi2022
KNCHR paid
@IPOA_KE
a courtesy call to discuss its critical role in the implementation of various sub-projects the Commission is undertaking under the Imarisha Haki Grant;a project that aims to protect and promote Human Rights reforms within the criminal justice system in Kenya.
Tuko site!
Join
@HakiKNCHR
@Kenyajudiciary
@NCAJ_KE
at Kiambu Law Courts for the launch of National Children's Service week themed: “A new dawn for Children in Kenya: Opportunities in the Children Act, 2022.”
Haki kwa wote kila wakati!
The
@HakiKNCHR
& partners both locally and internationally have put a spirited fight for the abolition of death penalty in Kenya. This call has been guided by a number of reasons from a human rights perspective that includes:
(A THREAD)
A meeting between KNCHR and University of Nairobi representatives led by Prof. Isaac Mbeche, Deputy VC (student affairs) to discuss and share findings of police brutality against students (28th September 2017).
Foot soldiers ready! Armed with human rights knowledge to enhance enjoyment of human rights during the election period.
@HakiKNCHR
2022 Election Monitors hit the road from today.Eyes on the ground on for upcoming Political Party nominations.
@NorwayInKenya
@USAIDKenya
@ncckkenya
KNCHR today joins the world in commemorating the Intersex Persons' Awareness day; this is a day observed internationally, designed to highlight human rights issues faced by intersex children and adults.
#IamIntersex
#IntersexyLoudAndProud
#ProudIntersexAlly
Human rights education cultivates awareness and empathy among students. By learning about different human rights issues, violations and struggles around the world, students develop a deeper understanding of the challenges faced by individuals and communities.
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KNCHR today hosted 2 groups of students from Egerton University undertaking Gender studies and Law. They are here on a study mission, to learn about matters Human Rights and get an understanding of the Commission's mandate.
Annmarie of KNCHR presents on “The experience of the KNCHR with the implementation of the implementation of Access to Information Law” in the ongoing workshop on implementation of ACCESS TO INFORMATION ACT 2016.
@KenyasOmbudsman
@hakimorara
@KagwiriaMbogori
#IDeserveToKnow
The Kenya National Commission on Human Rights joins the world in marking the International Day against Homophobia, Biphobia Interphobia and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT) marked on every 17th of May.
#hakiKNCHR
In Article 43 (1)(a) of The Constitution of Kenya states that; Every person has the right to the highest attainable standard of health which includes the right to health care services.
@HakiKNCHR
recognizes that Mental health is as important as physical health... (A thread)
KNCHR CEO
@MogesaBernard
in Eldoret today during the launch of two KNCHR reports: Tightening the belts and Changing times whcih spoke to impact of Covid 19 on employment in Kenya and impact of Covid 19 on Access to Justice in Kenya
@EUinKenya
@Kenyajudiciary
@PoliceKE
@PrisonsKe
KNCHR signs an Memorandum of Understanding with the International Organization on Migration to foster work on migrants and human rights. Present at the signing was IOM Chief of Mission Micheal Pillinger, KNCHR Chair
@KagwiriaMbogori
Commisoner
@parawakili
& KNCHR CEO Dr. Mogesa