This report is a comprehensive investigation into violations of sexual and reproductive health rights in Kenya. Published by the Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) in 2012, the report is based on public inquiries involving testimonies from nearly 200 individuals, organizations, and institutions across the country.
It highlights systemic issues, including discrimination in healthcare based on gender, age, marital status, HIV status, and sexual orientation, and the impact of restrictive laws on homosexuality, sex work, and abortion. These laws and socio-cultural barriers impede access to critical sexual and reproductive health services. Furthermore, inadequate funding, poor infrastructure, and high service costs contribute to poor quality and inaccessible healthcare, particularly for family planning and maternal care.
The report also addresses broader societal challenges, such as gender-based violence, harmful practices like female genital mutilation (FGM), and the cultural stigma surrounding sexual health. It calls for systemic reforms, better resource allocation, and legal changes to ensure the government upholds its constitutional and international obligations to protect and promote sexual and reproductive health rights.