The National Gender and Equality Commission (NGEC) Nakuru Regional Office convened a decisive meeting with partners from Nakuru East and West’s Equality and Inclusion Thematic Working Groups (EITWG) to confront a pressing issue: the alarming backlog of stalled gender-based violence (GBV) cases affecting Special Interest Groups (SIGs).
At the heart of the gathering was an unwavering commitment to justice for survivors and the inclusion of marginalised communities often left behind by systemic inefficiencies. The partners took stock of progress, unearthing bottlenecks within judicial and administrative systems that have hampered the timely resolution of GBV cases.“Justice delayed is justice denied,” said Lewis Mwaniki~NGEC. “Our role is not only to advocate for laws and policies but to ensure they translate into real, tangible outcomes for those affected, especially the vulnerable.”
The Commission’s proactive stance highlights the necessity of coordinated multi-sectoral responses to GBV, calling on all stakeholders—from law enforcement to community leaders—to collaborate in dismantling barriers to justice.
For many survivors, stalled cases represent more than administrative delay—they are a denial of dignity and security. NGEC’s resolve to tackle these issues head-on is a beacon of hope that Kenya’s promise of equality will be more than words on paper.
