At a job interview the very first question they asked me after introductions was whether I have children. I said “yes, two” and the interview ended right away. The HR person immediately told me that I...

What happened to you is not consistent with Kenyan law or proper HR practice. Under Article 27 of the Constitution of Kenya, every person has the... right to equality and freedom from discrimination, including in employment opportunities. In addition, Section 5 of the Employment Act requires employers to promote equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination against a prospective employee during recruitment on grounds such as sex, pregnancy, or marital status. Rejecting a candidate simply because they have children can therefore amount to unfair and potentially discriminatory treatment unless the employer proves it is an inherent requirement of the job.

My advice is not to take it personally, as the situation may reflect poor HR standards or a problematic workplace culture. If you wish, you can politely request clarification from the employer about why the interview ended immediately, and if discrimination is evident you may raise the issue with the relevant labour authorities or seek advice from the Ministry of Labour and Social Protection. More importantly, consider it a warning sign—an organization that screens out parents may not provide a supportive or fair working environment.
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