A/HRC/29/10 42. Switzerland expressed concerns regarding violations of journalists’ human rights, and Kenya’s refusal to cooperate with the International Criminal Court, despite ratifying the Rome Statute. 43. Thailand welcomed the promulgation of the new Constitution containing a bill of rights that provides explicit protection to vulnerable and marginalized populations. 44. Timor-Leste noted positive steps, including the adoption of the Counter-Trafficking in Persons Act and developments relating to women and children’s rights. 45. Togo encouraged Kenya to give priority to implementing the recommendations of the Truth, Justice and Reconciliation Commission. 46. Trinidad and Tobago noted efforts to improve the quality of life and strides to bolster food security and agriculture. 47. Tunisia encouraged Kenya to complete its human rights legal arsenal and welcomed the creation of the Independent Policing Oversight Authority and the witness protection programme. 48. Turkey commended the successful 2013 general elections. It noted that Kenya faced compound security challenges and reiterated its support in the fight against terrorism. 49. The United Arab Emirates commended progress made, in particular legal reforms and the modernization of the legal apparatus. 50. The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland stated that the reports of abuses by security forces demonstrated a need for greater accountability and civilian oversight. 51. The United States of America expressed concern about reports of excessive force by security forces in counter-terrorism efforts and urged Kenya to uphold constitutional rights. 52. Uruguay urged Kenya to adopt measures such as awareness-raising campaigns to address the difficulties faced by persons with albinism to gain access to basic services. 53. Uzbekistan commended Kenya on the adoption of the new Constitution, the establishment of the National Commission on Human Rights and judicial reforms. 54. The Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela highlighted measures undertaken in education and in particular those aimed to ensure free tuition in schools. 55. Yemen noted the adoption of laws, including in the area of combating human trafficking and prohibiting female genital mutilation. 56. Zimbabwe commended Kenya on organizing human rights awareness campaigns as well as human rights training for public officials. 57. Albania noted that the rates of maternal mortality and transmission of HIV/AIDS from mother to child remained high. 58. Algeria welcomed efforts made to promote the enjoyment of human rights, in particular economic, social and cultural rights, and to combat violence against women. 59. Angola commended Kenya on modernizing and restructuring the judiciary in order to ensure effective and transparent administration of the judiciary. 60. Argentina expressed concern about the lack of measures to implement the report of the Truth, Justice and Reconciliation Commission. 61. Armenia noted with appreciation the efforts to promote the right to education and gender equality. 7