Peace work in Kenya

Why is peace work needed in Kenya?
Since the first multi-party elections in 1992, there have been repeated outbreaks of violence in connection with elections. A lack of criminal prosecution and insufficient investigation have further fostered aggression. There were a series of rapes, displacements, lootings, murders and instances of police brutality following the parliamentary and presidential elections in 2007.

What has Kituo Cha Sheria achieved?
So far, Kituo Cha Sheria has made contact with 3,000 victims of the 2007 post-election violence. We have also helped over 1,500 people file compensation claims for the victims with the International Criminal Court in The Hague.

Civil Peace Service contributed expertise in peacebuilding

What is the nature of your cooperation with GIZ’s Civil Peace Service?
We are a human rights organisation. The Civil Peace Service has contributed its expertise in peacebuilding. Together we can succeed in bringing the victims together, creating opportunities for dialogue and strengthening the victims’ rights.

Aimee Ongeso is Programme Coordinator at Kituo Cha Sheria in Kenya. With support from GIZ’s Civil Peace Service, the organisation is running a project to promote peace in Kenya.

published in akzente 1/15