This archive report was first published on 24 June 2020.
On June 24, 2020, Murang'a Woman Representative Sabina Chege sparked controversy with her proposal to introduce a new law that would make it mandatory to castrate child sex offenders.
The MP, who chairs the Parliamentary Health Committee, argued that the current Sexual Offences Act 2006 is lenient towards offenders and needs to be reviewed.
Speaking in Murang'a, Chege expressed concern over the recent surge in teenage pregnancies and emphasized the need for punitive measures to address the issue.
She suggested that castration could be an effective deterrent against child sex offenders, who often target minors and disrupt their education.
Chege also pointed out that many parents fail to take charge of their children, viewing them as a burden rather than a responsibility.
However, in a different part of the country, officials at the Coast Education Centre in Mombasa are working to empower young women through innovative programs that promote bonding and open discussions.
One such initiative involved 14 girls who prepared a traditional meal together, sharing their experiences and challenges in the process.
