Busia County moves to protect children’s rights

Busia County recently took steps to protect the children’s rights and protection. Coming amidst protests over rising abuse of children, the launch of the children’s policy follows after several engagements by the Pragmatic Social Action and its partners on the worrisome trend. 

“We are determined to strengthen children protection services, especially against abuse, neglect and early marriages,” said Busia County Commissioner Chaunga Mwachaunga.

Busia County Commissioner Chaunga Mwachaunga joined by Busia law court chief magistrate Edna Nyaloti cuts a cake during the launching of Busia County children’s policy.

“We have cases of early marriages which are initiated by parents, and we have agreed that strict action will be taken against them and those engaging in Kangaroo courts.”He sounded a strong warning to those engaging in child labor and trafficking that these businesses don’t have space in the county, stating that the security apparatus is employing all means possible to bring it to an end.

Busia Law Courts Chief Magistrate Ednah Nyaloti called for the proper implementation of the children’s policy. She called for the engagement of all stakeholders in ensuring the county is safe for children.

“This policy must be implemented and this calls for a roadmap from all stakeholders that will ensure full implementation of the policy. In this county, there are increased cases of defilement, child neglect and child labor,” she said.

Nyaloti asked the public to ensure they include children in land succession cases stating that their exclusion leads to denial of their inheritance.