school. There were several strikes by the teachers for a long period in 2015 and this affected access to education. In the year 2016 there has been a lot of unrest in schools with many reports of burning of schools. This has also affected the enjoyment of the right to education. The government formed a special investigation team in July 2016 to look into the constant burning of schools that saw upwards of 73 schools burnt3. Right to Health Provision of health care is a devolved function in Kenya and it is to be executed by County Governments. The Counties have made efforts to improve healthcare however many challenges still prevail. The government has increased budgetary allocation for health over the years but the percentage is still below the target of 15% of the national budget as recommended under the Abuja Declaration. Access to healthcare is a big challenge in Kenya especially for the low income earners. National Hospital Insurance Fund only covers a small percentage of Kenyans and many remain vulnerable. The Maternal mortality rate still remains high in Kenya. It is reported as 488 maternal deaths per 100,000 live births. There have been reports of strikes by healthcare providers in various Counties in Kenya due to poor working conditions and poor pay. This has had a negative impact in the provision of healthcare and the enjoyment of the right to health. The State needs to continue with the efforts to improve the enjoyment of the right to health in Kenya. GROUP RIGHTS Rights of Women The full realization of the rights of women is yet to be realized in Kenya. Gender based violence against women is still ongoing and the cultural practices that violate the rights 3 Daily Nation, Three Schools Burnt, Government Sets up team to investigate fire incidents, 20th July, 2016 available at http://www.nation.co.ke/news/education/three-schools-burnt--government-sets-up-team-toinvestigate/2643604-3303644-gpgkbl/index.html (last accessed 3/10/2016) 6