KENYA LAUNCHES GROUNDBREAKING GUIDE TO COMBAT SEX TRAFFICKING.

BY NJOKI KARANJA. 

 In a significant move against the high rates of sex trafficking in Kenya, the International Association of Women Judges in Kenya, in partnership with Equality Now, has unveiled the country's first-ever "Kenya Judicial Bench Book on Trafficking in Persons for Sexual Exploitation." This pivotal resource was introduced on World Day Against Trafficking of Persons.


    Chief Justice Martha Koome.

Despite the Counter-Trafficking in Persons Act of 2010, Kenya's prosecution and conviction rates for trafficking remain low. The new Bench Book aims to enhance the understanding of sex trafficking among judges, magistrates, and legal professionals. Chief Justice Martha Koome emphasized that the book addresses both the complexities of the crime and institutional barriers, aiming to improve support for victims and the effectiveness of the judicial process.



The Bench Book, the second of its kind in Kenya following the 2022 Bench Book on Labour Trafficking, provides detailed guidelines and insights into the dynamics of sex trafficking. It includes case studies from around the world, tackling misconceptions and advocating for a human rights-based, trauma-informed approach to handling such cases.



Despite recent governmental efforts, including the establishment of a specialized anti-trafficking unit, systemic challenges persist. Marion Ogeto of Equality Now highlighted that prosecution rates are still inadequate and called for improved data collection and enforcement strategies.
 


With women and children disproportionately affected by sex trafficking, this new Bench Book is a critical addition to Kenya's judicial resources, reflecting the country’s ongoing commitment to tackling trafficking and improving justice for victims.

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