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August 26, 2026
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Women MPs hit out at Gachagua over utterances

Women MPs hit out at Gachagua over utterances

'A woman does not surrender her dignity because she enters politics...' — Esther Passaris, Nairobi Woman Representative...

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A group of women lawmakers have accused former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua of engaging in gender-based political violence through his public utterances against women leaders who hold opposing political views.

  • The lawmakers cite alleged verbal attacks against several elected women officials, including Faith Gitau and Mary Maingi, as well as unprintable remarks against governors Anne Waiguru, Susan Kihika, and Cecily Mbarire.
  • Led by Nairobi Woman Representative Esther Passaris, the delegation stated that women leaders should be challenged on their policies and performance, not their morality or personal lives.
  • The MPs are calling for an apology from Mr. Gachagua, emphasizing the need for a safe political environment where women can participate without fear of intimidation or humiliation.

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