Nubian Rights Forum (NRF), in collaboration with the Office of the Ombudsman and Namati Kenya, has been actively conducting legal aid clinics across Kibra, Kawangware, and Kiamaiko. These community-based forums are proving to be an essential tool in addressing everyday legal challenges faced by residents in marginalized urban areas.
Legal aid clinics serve as a bridge between underserved communities and justice. In these neighborhoods, residents often face complex issues such as lack of legal documentation, eviction threats, denial of services, land disputes, and employment-related grievances. Yet, legal advice remains out of reach for many due to cost, accessibility, or lack of awareness. These clinics create a free, safe space where community members can receive guidance, ask questions, and get support on how to resolve their issues.
The participation of the Office of the Ombudsman has added immense value by offering insights into the complaint-handling process for public institutions, helping individuals understand their rights and how to seek redress. Namati Kenya’s support has further strengthened the model through community paralegals who help demystify the law and bring it closer to the people.
Feedback from the ground has been overwhelmingly positive. Residents have expressed appreciation for the face-to-face interaction and the opportunity to be heard. For many, it’s the first time they’ve been able to speak to a legal expert without fear or cost.
At Nubian Rights Forum, we remain committed to expanding this initiative, reaching more neighborhoods, and continuing to make justice accessible, inclusive, and people-centered. Legal aid should not be a luxury—it is a right. And through these grassroots engagements, we are making that right a reality.