The demonstrations were held in various parts of Kenya over the weekend. The activists were prompted by the alarming reports that ten women have been killed since the beginning of the year.

One of the most shocking cases was the murder of 20-year-old Ritha Whiny, whose body was mutilated in a gruesome manner.

The Chief Government Pathologist said he had never seen such a case in his forensic career.

Rights groups say Kenya is witnessing an increase in femicide and violence against women.

Amnesty International says more than 500 cases of femicide were recorded between 2016 and 2023. The campaigners urge the authorities to expedite justice for all victims of sexual and gender-based violence.

--ChannelAfrica/Reuters--