The Kenyan Judiciary has launched two new units, the Employee Protection Unit (EPU) and the Gender, Inclusion and Diversity Unit (GIDU), to combat sexual harassment, discrimination, and exclusion within its ranks. This initiative aims to create a safe and inclusive environment for staff and court users, reflecting a strong commitment to dignity and accountability.

• The EPU provides a confidential and professional channel for reporting misconduct, with a primary focus on investigating sexual harassment complaints and protecting whistleblowers.
• The Chief Justice, Martha Koome, emphasized that accountability is mandatory and that no one should be silenced.
• The GIDU will ensure the smooth implementation of diversity policies, gender mainstreaming, and affirmative action to comply with the two-thirds gender rule.
• These reforms are anchored in the Social Transformation Through Access to Justice (STAJ) Blueprint and build upon existing legal frameworks like Section 6 of the Employment Act.