Kenya National Commision on Human Rights

23/02/2026

KNCHR Chairperson Ms. Claris Ogangah led the Commission before the Justice and Legal Affairs Committee (JLAC) of the National Assembly, chaired by Hon. George Murugara (2nd frame), to present the Commission’s FY 2026/27 priority areas. Adequate funding is essential for KNCHR to effectively discharge its constitutional mandate to promote and protect human rights in Kenya. The deliberations with JLAC were productive, with members offering strong backing to KNCHR’s mandate. Parliamentary support is key to ensuring the Commission is properly resourced to safeguard the rights and dignity of all Kenyans.

23/02/2026

20/02/2026

KNCHR conducted a Business and Human Rights Training of Trainers (ToT) for Commissioners and staff to strengthen internal capacity to integrate business and human rights across the Commission’s work.

The program equipped participants with practical facilitation skills and tools to design and deliver impactful training aligned with the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights and Kenya’s National Action Plan on Business and Human Rights. This is crucial for enhancing KNCHR’s ability to effectively fulfil its mandate to promote, protect and monitor human rights in contexts where business activities impact communities.

20/02/2026

KNCHR led by Chairperson Ms. Claris Ogangah today hosted Ogiek Community members, Ogiek People's Development Programme, American Jewish World Service, and Katiba Institute for a consultative meeting. The meeting discussed strategies to accelerate enjoyment of human rights by Indigeneous People in Kenya, implementation of the Judgment of the African Court on Human and Peoples' Rights in the Ogiek of Mau case, and recent evictions from among others Sasimwani area in Narok North, Olorkuto Sub County.

20/02/2026

KNCHR hosted the Kenya Stakeholders’ Coalition on the Universal Periodic Review ( ), convened by the East African Centre for Human Rights, for a courtesy call and engagement meeting.

The discussions focused on Kenya’s 4th Cycle UPR, strengthening accountability for recommendations on Women’s Rights, SRHR, Health and Child Rights and enhancing collaboration between KNCHR and civil society actors.
KNCHR appreciates the continued partnership and shared commitment to advancing human rights and implementation of UPR recommendations in Kenya.

19/02/2026

The Canadian High Commissioner, Ambassador and Permanent Representative Mr. Joshua Tabah, PHD hosted the KNCHR Chairperson Ms. and staff at the Canadian High Commission in Kenya for a consultative meeting. The meeting explored areas of possible collaboration to strengthen the enjoyment of human rights in Kenya among them elections, political rights, and business and human rights.

18/02/2026

KNCHR today hosted the for a courtesy call at its Nairobi offices, with discussions focusing on strengthening collaboration to champion the rights of all people in Kenya.
Key issues included civil and political rights ahead of next year’s general election, safeguarding civic space, enhancing protection of human rights defenders, digital security, leveraging technology and AI for human rights, proper documentation of violations, and the crucial role of youth in these conversations.

The meeting was led by KNCHR Chairperson, Ms. , and attended by Commissioners and staff. The Defenders Coalition delegation was led by its Executive Director, Mr. D.Kamau, who reaffirmed the Coalition’s commitment to continued collaboration with KNCHR in promoting and protecting human rights in the country.

18/02/2026

As KNCHR, we extend our warm wishes to all those observing Ramadhan and Lent.

May these sacred seasons inspire us all to uphold dignity, empathy and the shared values of humanity that bind us together.

17/02/2026

Today, KNCHR officially welcomed a delegation from the Ethiopian Human Rights Commission (EHRC) to the Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) for a peer-learning and technical exchange visit.

Over the next few days, our discussions will focus on human rights–based election monitoring, early warning and rapid response mechanisms, complaints handling and follow-up, detention monitoring, business and human rights, and enforcement of remedies.

This engagement strengthens regional collaboration among National Human Rights Institutions and reinforces our shared commitment to promoting accountability, preparedness, and a Human Rights–Based Approach in governance.

We look forward to impactful conversations and practical knowledge exchange.

12/02/2026

KNCHR Chairperson Ms. Claris Ogangah today reaffirmed that the right to peaceful assembly is a constitutional entitlement; not a privilege granted by the State.

Speaking on accountability and public order management, she emphasized that security and human rights are not competing interests, but mutually reinforcing obligations; especially as Kenya approaches an electoral period.

KNCHR remains steadfast in promoting lawful, proportionate policing and protecting civic space for all.

11/02/2026

PRESS STATEMENT

KNCHR condemns the unconstitutional "SHOOT-TO-KILL" DIRECTIVE by the Coast Regional Police Commander, Ali Nuno and calling for accountable policing in Kenya.
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