We exist in a season of the law here in Kenya today. Granted, the 2010 Constitution of Kenya is often touted as one of the most progressive on the continent and beyond. However, this weekend, as the international community marks World Day Against Child Labour, there is a need to raise awareness on the plight of children and their rights or securities, too. Additionally, our country has ratified, among others, the Child Rights Convention of 1989 and the African Charter on the Rights and Welfare of the Child. He reminded me of the scores of desolate child characters who populate the pages of children's literature abroad and across Africa.

Source: The Star June 12, 2021 01:52 UTC