Mama Fua Assulty has been sentenced to 27 years in prison by a law court in Kenya.
Simon Mwita was found guilty of locking up, beating, abusing, and raping his domestic worker.
At the time of the horrific incident, the woman, only identified as “H”, was working as a mama fua.
Kenyan Human Rights Champion Njeri wa Migwi, fonder of the Usikimye Foundation helping victims of sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV), shared a significant breakthrough on X.
“Despite facing challenges, our organization stood by the victim ‘H’, throughout the legal battle, attending every court session,” Njeri explained. She emphasized their resilience despite threats, culminating in the perpetrator’s 27-year sentencing.
Throughout the trial, they shielded her identity, prioritizing her safety and privacy.
This ensured she could pursue justice without the fear of further harm or discrimination stemming from the traumatic incident she experienced as a domestic worker.
“Having considered all the above-mentioned factors and circumstances surrounding this case and the accused person has spent in custody. I hereby sentence the accused person Simon Mwita Mwere to 27 years imprisonment,” part of the ruling stated.
This represented a significant victory for ‘H’ and, underscored the resilience of the organization that stood with her.
Article 41
The constitution of Kenya, promulgated in 2010, contains provisions that guarantee the rights of all individuals, including domestic workers. It includes broader provisions that protect the rights and dignity of all workers.
This article establishes the fundamental rights of workers in Kenya, ensuring they are treated fairly, receive fair compensation, and have the right to join trade unions and engage in collective bargaining.
The Kenyan constitution provides for the right to fair labor practices, including the right to fair remuneration, reasonable working conditions, and the right to join or participate in trade unions.
These rights apply to all domestic workers, although enforcement mechanisms and specific protections for domestic workers may be further elaborated in labor laws and regulations.
