Law and Human Rights

A closer look reveals that the country does not lack laws. Article 25(a) of the Constitution guarantees freedom from torture and cruel, inhuman, or degrading treatment. Legal reforms alone cannot erase harmful mindsets; resocialization and...

This precedent established what constitutional scholars call the "rights-protective approach" to constitutional interpretation, where courts lean toward expanding rather than restricting fundamental rights. Unlike the minimalist approach taken by some constitutions, which simply guarantee "freedom...

Vietnam is among several Southeast Asian nations known for their uncompromising stance on drug-related offenses. International drug trafficking syndicates often exploit vulnerable individuals, enticing them with promises of quick financial gains or legitimate employment opportunities...

The Supreme Court’s decision is not an attack on national security or an endorsement of criminality, as the President’s statement suggests. Instead, it is a reaffirmation of constitutionalism, due process, and human rights. Being...

Most social problems arise from lopsided policies and the extraction and exploitation by marketing boards and brokers. The marketing boards cream off the small-scale farmers' surplus, paying for their overheads, trips abroad, and salaries. Individuals alone...

Peaceful protests are a fundamental right, and any use of violence against protesters is a violation of this right. The Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) plays a crucial role in investigating cases of police...

Africa's agricultural history is deeply intertwined with colonization, exploitation, and systemic inequality. The legacy of this historical context underscores the urgent need for legal reforms that prioritize inclusive and sustainable land governance. While the path...

Kenya faces formidable challenges in environmental governance, ranging from deforestation and pollution to the impacts of climate change. The challenge lies not in suppressing individual desires, but in creating a framework that encourages responsible hedonistic...

The stark reality of femicide, the deliberate killing of women because of their gender, persists as a harrowing issue worldwide. Women in Kenya, akin to their counterparts worldwide, navigate several challenges that render them...

FIA focuses on promoting a deep understanding of inequality and offers both a solid foundation to build power for change and creative solutions.  The primary objective of the event was to raise awareness on tax...