Women urged to be firm in demanding equal rights

Narc Kenya Chairperson Martha Karua (right) together with Cabinet Secretary Ministry of Public Works Prof Margaret Kobia at a Nairobi hotel during the launch of the Africa Women Leaders Network Kenya chapter. [Collins Kweyus/Standard]

Women have been advised to be firm and united in their clamour for gender rights if they are to achieve equality in leadership.

Speaking during the launch of the African Women Leadership Network (AWLN) Kenya chapter in Nairobi yesterday, Cabinet Secretary for Public Service Margaret Kobia said Women had to harness their voices as they contribute to nation building.