Democracy Trust Fund

Tomorrow, ENAF & DTF with support from Hanns Seidel Foundation host the Running to Win: Women Aspirants Virtual Training. Focus: Electoral Management Bodies, Electoral Justice & Dispute Resolution ahead of 2027. 🗓 23 April ⏰ 9AM–12PM Email: info@democracytrustfund.org

Our call: ✔ Capacity strengthening for MCAs ✔ Inclusive public participation ✔ Stronger oversight & accountability ✔ Gender-responsive leadership #LegislativeSummit2026 #Devolution #Governance

Democracy Trust Fund participated in the 6th Legislative Summit in Mombasa (13–17 June 2026), convened by the County Assemblies Forum. Focus: strengthening representation, legislation & oversight across County Assemblies.

Lively morning session at the 6th Legislative Summit with panellists:Chairperson CRA CPA Mary Wanyonyi, Controller of Budget Dr. Margaret Nyakang'o, State Dept for Children Services CPA Carren Ageng'o,Comm. John Kimwela, and Chairperson Budget Committee, Migori Hon. Graham Kagali

The 6th Legislative Summit 2026, Theme; Resilient County Assemblies: Reinforcing Legislation, Representation and Oversight, officially opened by H.E Prime CS Musalia Mudavadi, E.G.H. @MusaliaMudavadi in Mombasa today.

Chairperson Senate Justice and Legal Affairs Committee,Sen.Hillary Kiprotich Sigei has urged County Assemblies to implement recommendations of the Auditor General's report on the County's Government financial management.Interrogation of audit reports not to be taken as witch hunt

County assemblies have been urged to pass legislations that will boost fairness in allocation of affordable houses. Sen.Miraj Abdullahi said PWDs and marginalized communities should also be included. Counties have been giving out land for the development of the houses.

Prime Cabinet Secretary Hon. Musalia Mudavadi has urged MCAs to encourage citizens' involvement in governance and promote peace. He further challenged leaders at the Summit to ponder on having a peaceful nation at all cost. #legislativesummit2026

The 6th Legislative Summit 2026 by the County Assemblies Forum has officially begun. DTF joins leaders, MCAs from all 47 counties, civil society and government representatives to shape the future of our counties through governance, accountability and inclusive leadership.

CAF 6th Legislative Summit Official opening ceremony is underway. The Chief Guest is Hon. Musalia Mudavadi, the Prime Cabinet Secretary. Sen. Veronica Maina is also in attendance. #6thLegsum2026

Chairperson CAF, in his address, appreciated the Senate's approval of the financial autonomy bill. He said the Bill was in the 2nd reading in parliament. Bill anchoring CAF into law is in the 2nd reading in the Senate. It'll be expedited within a year. #legislativesummit2026

This Easter, we celebrate hope, renewal, and the promise of new beginnings. May the season inspire peace, compassion, and unity in our communities. DTF wishes you a joyful and peaceful Easter.

As we observe Good Friday, Democracy Trust Fund (DTF) joins in a moment of reflection. May this day be a time of peace, solemnity, and a reminder of the power of resilience and sacrifice. Democracy Trust Fund wishes you a peaceful and happy Good Friday. 🕯️✨

Yesterday, DTF joined stakeholders to submit a memorandum to the Senate supporting the Constitution of Kenya (Amendment) Bill, 2025. This is a vital step toward the 2/3 gender rule. After a decade of waiting, the time to act is now! #TwoThirdsGenderRule #WomenInLeadership #DTF

We’re preparing women for the 2027 elections! Today’s "Running to Win" training, supported by @ENAfricaFDN, focused on electoral reforms, party processes, and mobilization. Empowering women to run, win, and lead through peer networking. #RunningToWin2027 #WomenInLeadership #DTF

Every day starts with safe water. “For women and girls, it means caring for entire families.” Yet, in Africa millions still go without. 🎧 @UN_Women Deputy Executive Director @vanyaradzayi calls for leaders to prioritize water resources: unwo.men/NBvT50YwwAY #WorldWaterDay

Dear DTF Members, The road to 2027 starts now! 🗳️ We’re updating our database and website to boost visibility for women aspirants. Register or renew your membership below to share your profile and photo for our site. Sign up here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAI…

In February, Echo Network Africa Foundation launched the Mothers & Babies Behind Bars initiative. DTF attended and pledged to donate 5 dignity packs every month for 6 months through ENAF to support mothers and babies in prison. Join us in supporting their dignity & wellbeing💜

Women and girls deserve safety, opportunity and justice. ✅ On #IWD2026 we reaffirm our commitment to amplify their voices and advance equal rights, stronger protections and inclusive systems that leave no one behind. 🔷 #RightsJusticeAction #ForAllWomenAndGirls #IWD2026 #SDGs

Happy International Women’s Day 2026! The Democracy Trust Fund (DTF) celebrates the courage and leadership of women advancing inclusive democracy. Under the theme “Give To Gain,” we reaffirm our commitment to amplifying women’s voices in leadership and governance.