June 10, 2025 / Kenyan Hero /

Irungu Houghton

Irungu Houghton is a prominent Kenyan human rights advocate, environmentalist, and social justice leader known for his work in promoting good governance, environmental conservation, and sustainable development. As the executive director of Kenya Human Rights Commission (KHRC), Houghton has been deeply involved in efforts to hold the government accountable to human rights standards and ensure that Kenya's political processes and policies align with the principles of democracy, transparency, and justice. Read Irungu's Story

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