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"The self-interest route of navigating the industry needs to die a natural death; not only in fashion but in the entertainment industry as a whole"

"We first need to examine the problems and faults that led to their downfall in the first place. We also need to acknowledge the need for research and development for a more vibrant and competitive textile industry. We have the potential to innovate and change the game. Our continent is rich in resources and we need to start exploring these opportunities"

"We have failed as a continent to realize the gems we have in our various countries and we unfortunately have allowed ourselves to be “brainwashed” … So for the longest time, we have just been small time players in the fashion industry yet we have the potential to be giants"

"It is always important to understand one’s audience and market"

"Yet, we can grow the African economies, enhance our intra-African trade opportunities as well as benefit from cross-cultural interaction like we used to during barter trade era. It is what made the African cultures so rich"

"The fashion industry and creative industries generally have managed to thrive for so many years while flourishing in legal ignorance. As such, it has been hard trying to make them see why the law is relevant to them and why they need to have business structures to grow their craft"

"We need to start trading with each other, we need affordable transporting services, we need to have more flexible immigration practices and laws and affordable airfare around to travel across African states"

"There is dire need for legal education and sensitization in the fashion industry to propel us to greater heights with probabilities of higher success."

"Aside from legal ignorance and lack of use of intellectual property laws as a continent, we are also not trading with each other. Which is largely a fault in policy making and visionary leadership"

"We also need to build strong associations so that the industry speaks with one voice. These associations need to be properly constituted with skilled personnel who have a passion for the industry. They should include lawyers, economists, accountants, marketers etc. Only then shall these associations yield fruit"

"We need to embrace the importance of the law for the fashion industry, realize our weaknesses and find solutions. We also need to embrace the business approach to enable the fashion industries to thrive"

"Change does not start in big offices; it starts at the grassroots, with the people. We must be the change we want to see in our own neighborhoods."

"Joyce Mbui was a symbol of fearless dedication to human rights and democracy in Kenya. Her sacrifice at Freedom Corner remains a pivotal moment in the nation's struggle for political pluralism."

"Even when there are no resources, we cannot give up on our people. We use our voice, our hands, and our hearts to make a difference."

"Kathryne is a Partner at Stamford Corporate Services LLP and a leading expert in Corporate Governance within the East Africa region."

"Catherine was a pillar in this community. Her work in public health and social justice brought tangible change and saved countless lives."

"She represented the power of ordinary citizens to confront oppressive power. Her story is not just history; it is a lesson in civic courage for every generation."

"Originally, the role of a company secretary was taking minutes at board meetings and extracting and sharing the action points. Now they are the governance watchdogs for organisations."

"She was one of the brave women who stood with me at Freedom Corner. Her courage was a source of strength for all of us during that difficult time."

"The health of a mother is the foundation of the entire family. When you save a mother, you save a whole community."

"She is recognized as a leading expert in corporate governance matters having advised leading corporates in the public and private sector for over 15 years."

"I'm not very sure that we have so far seen substantial enforcement against the so-called ‘big-fish’ in the markets."

"Throughout the campaign experience, I have remained conscious that the ILC is a subsidiary organ of the UN that is at its most effective working in collaboration with the sixth committee. I look forward to working with the other members of the commission and those on the Sixth Committee as the commission continues its vital work in responding to the defining challenges of our generation."

"I grew up around land cases … there was always a deep sense of frustration, so I have to say from that moment I was very much inculcated into the idea that law could both be an instrument of oppression but an instrument of social justice."

"Society, sadly, made me feel that to be professionally successful, I had to be unattached. A pregnant or breastfeeding professional looked untidy."

"Her insights and expertise were evident even in recent times. Just last November, during the Supreme Court @ 12 Conference, Ms. Thongori enriched a panel discussion on emerging family law jurisprudence emanating from the Supreme Court of Kenya. Her contributions to the legal discourse, particularly in family law and human rights, leave behind a lasting and transformative legacy;Chief Justice Martha Koome"

"I recommend to employers to give space to families in their organisations. Let us hang photos of our loved ones in the offices as they energise us and we feel that our employer cares."

"Ms Thongori has been something of the ultimate inspiration. She combined the skills of a lawyer, writer and activism to pursue impactful change and curve her place in Kenya and beyond. She had the courage to fight in courts and the streets for those targeted for fighting for a better country. Judy is part of a generation that sought to provide light to the cause of justice when the night was pitch dark, who kept pressing no matter the odds on the path and who became living testimony that resilience and courage bring rewards. We wish her well in her next journey. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family and friends to whom she has bequeathed a sound and honorable legacy;Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga"

"Her commitment to sharing knowledge and mentoring young advocates, CJ Koome says, further underscored her dedication to advancing the legal profession"

"Her professional stature never overshadowed her role as a devoted wife and mother. Judy loved deeply, and family was her everything. Her love extended far beyond our home, and she gave generously to others,” Gikandi said"

"Her leadership was instrumental in positioning FIDA-Kenya as a formidable force in using the law to protect the rights, interests, and dignity of vulnerable women, children and the family well-being. Ms. Thongori personified the promise of the law as a tool for empowerment. Her pivotal contributions to advocacy, family law reform, and shaping legal practice at the Family Division of the High Court profoundly impacted the development of family law in Kenya and inspired a generation of legal professionals;Chief Justice Martha Koome"

"One step at a time, I believe we can make progress. It starts with a conversation."

"Let us have a real conversation now. Each day, we can focus on winning one mother, one sister, one father, one brother. Together, we will save not just one girl, but whole generations to come."

"Always go with the choice that always scares you because that is the choice that requires most from you"

"And when the small tin lamp that went off most of the times when i was almost finishing my homework, i started dreaming of my own light. I dreamt of having electricity in future and i forgot all the reasons why something should not work and found on reason why it should."

"I leave with mixed feelings on one hand with a sense of pride and satisfaction from the work we have been able to do together but again with an overwhelming sense of loss because through this council we have developed and cultivated deep personal connections with many of you."

"If they are good girls they will never get the corner office. Be a bad girl like Millie Odhiambo and you will be the mother of this house. I am a bad girl and as a bad girl I am serving my fourth term."

"The Chief Justice is a woman and so is the deputy. The Attorney General of Kenya is a woman, and the President of the Law Society of Kenya is a woman too. This is historic and although I am happy with the progress we have made, in 2024 we should not be talking about the first women."

"My job description is simple: to build a world where every girl & boy has the tools & support to make their dreams a reality."

"You told us to go and stand with Mama Ida — and I thank you for remembering her, as a woman, in that moment of unbearable pain. We shall never forget that."

"We must design a future that is shaped by women and girls that realizes their rights and aspirations to a world where equality is a reality."

"This amendment seeks to move that fine from Sh200 to Sh 200,000 and a fine of Sh500 to Sh500,000….Which Hustler are you going to fine for removing a notice off a car for half a million Kenya Shillings are you living in Utopia are you living on Mars”?"

"We need very intensive civic education with the society, because we are socialized to accept discrimination against women even when you notice it. We have a good legislative framework for women, when I first got into Parliament, we were about 16 women in Parliament…now we are over 100."

"I laud the commitment of all Zimbabweans to ensuring that Election Day proceeded largely peacefully and urge all political parties and their supporters to honour this pledge in the coming days and to use available legal means for conflict resolution."

"I talked to Raila on Monday evening when he was with Adhiambo. I want to confirm that he said ODM needs to be united as a party."

"When I asked him, ‘Baba, how are you?’ he told me jokingly, ‘Amilo, I’m fine, in the morning I walked around. I’m surprised there are people who have already killed and buried me in Kenya."

"Don’t let anyone question your right to pursue justice for people and planet."

"We need to use our words for love, peace, and dialogue, creating a world of respect and dignity."

"Recently in Parliament I was told that as the mother of the house, I need to be a good example to young female leaders because they need to emulate me. Which translates to I have to sit at the corner and raise my voice a little bit and hope that I'm heard."

"or those who killed and buried Raila before his time, because we are Christians, we will forgive you but we will never forget. For those who stood with Raila, we shall never forget. I thank President William Ruto."