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Senator Hamida Kibwana

New bill targets online abuse, proposes shelters for GBV survivors

The Social Protection (Amendment) Bill, 2026, sponsored by nominated Senator Hamida Kibwana, proposes changes to the existing law to recognise abuse committed through digital platforms alongside physical violence. It also seeks to strengthen support for survivors by formally placing them within the country’s social protection system.

By Maureen Kinyanjui 2 hours ago

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Senator seeks probe into illegal acquisition of Kenyan identity documents

Senator Kibwana sought clarification from the Senate Committee on National Security, Defence and Foreign Relations on what she termed as ‘alarming gaps’ in the issuance of national identity cards, passports and birth certificates.

By Bradley Bosire 12 Jun 2026

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Missing children crisis puts child protection systems under scrutiny

Kibwana noted that Kenya has witnessed a disturbing increase in cases of missing children in recent years, with some ending tragically in death while many others remain unresolved.

By Bradley Bosire 4 Jun 2026