Advocates and colleagues march along Gatanga Road to protest sexual harassment within the legal profession and demand accountability. By Maximilla Wafula Nairobi, February 13th 2026- In a moving and powerful address, advocates, colleagues, and members of the public gathered to challenge the long-standing issue of sexual harassment within the legal profession. The speech highlighted the urgent need to break the silence surrounding this misconduct and push for accountability and action. The speaker, representing a collective voice of the legal community, passionately asserted that silence has only protected the powerful while perpetuating harm. Sexual harassment, often disguised as mentorship or “how things are done,” has been normalized in many legal spaces, making it a hidden and pervasive issue. For far too long, victims especially young women have been forced to choose between their dignity and their careers, often enduring exploitation to survive in an environment meant ...