The National Gender and Equality Commission (NGEC) released a report highlighting that thousands of Kenyan girls are still denied access to quality education due to persistent social, cultural, and institutional barriers, despite existing policies. The findings aim to inform sector-wide planning and ensure learner well-being and safety are prioritized in schools.

• The report identifies harmful social practices like early marriage, school-related gender-based violence, and inadequate sexual and reproductive health education as significant barriers.
• Director General Dr. Elyas Abdi Jillaow of the Ministry of Education stated plans to scale life-skills education and strengthen referral pathways for affected learners.
• Gaps in school safety, sanitation, and menstrual hygiene management contribute to absenteeism and dropout, with commitments made to expand related infrastructure.
• The NGEC emphasized the link between education and clean energy access, and the need for stronger accountability and women’s representation in school management.