Nominated Senator Catherine Mumma has called for urgent, collective action to address Gender-Based Violence (GBV) and femicide, terming the crisis a national emergency.
Speaking during a community engagement in Nyakach Sub-County under the presidential "Komesha Dhuluma" campaign, Mumma rallied residents, leaders, and institutions to take responsibility in ending the scourge. "Gender-Based Violence is not just a Nyakach or Kisumu problem; it's a national crisis," she declared, urging elected leaders to step up efforts in their respective constituencies. "The President tasked Members of Parliament (MPs) and leaders to pick a constituency and lead this campaign.
I chose Nyakach because I come here often, and I believe it is my duty to act," she said.
Mumma expressed concern over rising GBV cases despite Kenya's robust legal framework against defilement, rape, and emotional abuse.
