Kisii Woman Rep Dorice Aburi wants castration introduced as a punishment for child defilement. She made the call during a fundraiser for a girls’ rescue centre in Suneka.
Dorice Aburi delivered a passionate message during an event in Suneka, urging the government to consider castration, chemical or surgical for people convicted of defiling children. Her remarks came as she addressed a hall full of parents and caregivers, many of whom were moved by the stories shared by young survivors.
She said the current sentences are too lenient and do not stop offenders from returning to the community to harm more children.
The fundraiser brought together girls who have experienced abuse, some as young as nine. Their stories highlighted how the offenders were often people known to the families. One teenager shared how her attacker received a short sentence, which left the audience emotional, and Aburi visibly upset.
The testimonies strengthened Aburi’s argument that stronger action is needed to protect children.
Aburi’s proposal quickly spread across social platforms, drawing both praise and concern. Many people from rural communities supported the idea, saying tougher penalties could reduce repeated offences. Others argued that the suggestion exceeds the law’s limits and could violate constitutional protections against cruel and unusual punishment.
Human rights groups urged the government to enforce existing laws more effectively instead of adopting extreme measures.
Kenya has recorded rising cases of defilement, especially in parts of Kisii and neighbouring regions. Advocates say low conviction rates and early releases leave many survivors feeling unsafe. This has led some leaders and community members to question whether the current justice system does enough to protect children.
Some clergy members called for firm punishment but avoided taking a clear stand on castration, saying the country needs both accountability and rehabilitation.
Speaking to journalists outside the venue, Aburi said she plans to introduce a bill when Parliament sits again. She noted that as a mother, she understands the pain families go through when children are abused. She believes stronger penalties could prevent future cases.
She also hopes other women leaders in Parliament will support her push for reforms.
As discussions continue, families in Kisii and across the country remain worried about the safety of children. The issue has opened a wider conversation about how far the nation should go to prevent defilement when many feel the current system is failing victims.
For now, communities wait to see if Aburi’s proposal will reach Parliament and whether it could change the direction of child protection laws in Kenya.
