Nairobi, April 12 -- Dear Vivian,

A couple struggling with infertility recently approached me and asked me to consider becoming a surrogate mother for them through the IVF process. They have assured me that they will cover all expenses related to the pregnancy and have offered a token of appreciation for my assistance. While they seem like a decent and genuine couple, I am hesitant and would like to understand the legal implications of surrogacy in Kenya before making a decision.

Linet Aseko,

Westlands, Nairobi

Dear Linet,

It's crucial to acknowledge that surrogacy (a legal arrangement whereby a woman agrees to carry a pregnancy to term, on behalf of a couple who will be the child's parents after birth) in Kenya remains largely unreg...