Human rights activists in Nandi County are calling for men experiencing Gender-Based Violence (GBV) to come forward, revealing a hidden surge in male victim cases. Many men suffer in silence due to cultural norms, traditions, and fear of public shame.

• Activists stated a significant number of men in Nandi County experience domestic violence but do not report it.
• Abigael Tanui, human rights advocate, noted that men being beaten by their wives is a common occurrence.
• Counselor Rabbibah Kilelel warned that male victims often develop emotional and mental health challenges, potentially leading to harmful coping mechanisms like substance abuse or becoming perpetrators themselves.