Play puts spotlight on Kenya’s crisis of gender-based violence
The play 'Free Me' is being used to highlight the rising crisis of gender-based violence in Kenya. Despite public protests and government reports, activists argue that systemic issues remain unaddressed.
Why it matters
It underscores the ongoing struggle for women's safety and the role of arts in social activism.
The play was restaged this month at the Chandaria Jain Social Group auditorium in Nairobi. Photograph: Esther Sweeney/The Guardian Autobiographical work Free Me aims to encourage victims to speak out in country where violence against women is rising
Focuses on social justice advocacy and critiques government inaction.
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