First Lady calls action on rising FGM cases

First Lady Rachel Ruto at the Kenya Highland University during the International Day for the Girl Child. [Nikko Tanui, Standard]

First Lady Rachel Ruto has decried the resurgence of female genital mutilation (FGM) and early marriages.

Speaking at the Kenya Highland University during the International Day for the Girl Child on Wednesday, Mrs Ruto emphasised the need for immediate intervention, noting FGM and early marriages stand at 15 per cent and 23 per cent respectively.