A Second Chance for Kenya's Young Mothers

Abstract

The blog on A Second Chance for Kenya's Young Mothers highlights the challenges faced by adolescent mothers in Kenya, where a significant proportion of girls aged 15-19 experience pregnancy and early motherhood, interrupting their education and limiting future opportunities. Drawing on insights from Dr?Caroline Kabiru and related discussion, the article emphasizes the importance of providing targeted support for young mothers to re?engage with schooling, access economic empowerment opportunities, and receive psychosocial support that can help rebuild their lives and reintegrate them into community and educational pathways. The piece advocates for coordinated efforts across education, health, and social systems to ensure that motherhood does not permanently derail the aspirations and potential of Kenya's young women