Despite constitutional guarantees of equality, Kenyan women continue to face deep structural barriers that limit their participation in elective politics.
High campaign costs, exclusion from male-dominated political networks, threats of violence, and the heavy burden of unpaid domestic responsibilities make it difficult for many capable women to run for office.
A candid gathering of Kenyan women leaders revealed that these challenges are systemic rather than personal failings. The discussion highlighted how entrenched power structures, limited financial access, and social expectations consistently push women away from ballots and decision-making spaces, underscoring the urgent need for reforms that level the political playing field.
Source: NTV
High campaign costs, exclusion from male-dominated political networks, threats of violence, and the heavy burden of unpaid domestic responsibilities make it difficult for many capable women to run for office.
A candid gathering of Kenyan women leaders revealed that these challenges are systemic rather than personal failings. The discussion highlighted how entrenched power structures, limited financial access, and social expectations consistently push women away from ballots and decision-making spaces, underscoring the urgent need for reforms that level the political playing field.
Source: NTV