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Rachel Ruto's new battle: Saving girls from HIV, GBV and teenage pregnancy
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Fusion42 · 30 August 2026 · Fusion42 review
First Lady Rachel Ruto launched a mentorship and advocacy programme in Kenya targeting the high risks of teenage pregnancy, HIV infection, and gender-based violence among adolescent girls. The initiative focuses on youth empowerment, HIV prevention, reproductive health, and child protection, aiming to reduce school dropouts and health risks in counties including Baringo, West Pokot, Uasin Gishu, and Homa Bay.
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Rachel Ruto's programme signals new government backing for initiatives that protect adolescent girls from HIV and gender-based violence, opening access to untapped youth markets in health and education services. You can engage with or support these programmes now as Kenya intensifies its push to meet HIV reduction and youth wellbeing targets.
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