Kenyan women comprise 52 percent of the population (according to 2009 national census) and 60 percent of the country's registered voters but are represented in very limited numbers as elected officials. The dominance of patriarchic structures in Kenyan politics and society is well illustrated by the low number of women among the members of parliament. This paper examines the effects of civic education (CE) on women’s political participation in Gatanga Ward in Gatanga Constituency in Murang’a county-Kenya mainly political knowledge. Results of the study reveals that the majority of respondents support women’s political participation in public life in the society. Also, women’s supports the right of women to have equal educational opportunities, as well as equal participation in civil societies, volunteer societies, and political participation. Finally, empirical results are that civic education is associated with women’s political participation. The study recommends that civic education should be carried out to sensitize women on their role in politics and participation in other leadership positions. It further recommends that women should be considered for political appointment at the County and National level to facilitate gender balance.
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