1,542 intersex persons recorded during the 2019 census

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    During the 2019 housing & population census by the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics, the government approved the introduction of the 3rd sex marker known as intersex persons, with 1,542 intersex persons recorded during the exercise. However, it is evident that the number of intersex children & adults in the country could be higher but owing to stigma, they are unable to come out freely, hence their rights have continuously been abused.

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