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‘Don’t be led by greed’ – Chef Ombachi advises young people on making decent money

Ascah Mwango
Former Kenya Sevens rugby player and renowned chef Dennis Ombachi. PHOTO/@the_roamingchef/Instagram
Former Kenya Sevens rugby player and renowned chef Dennis Ombachi. PHOTO/@the_roamingchef/Instagram

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Former Kenya Sevens rugby player and renowned chef Dennis Ombachi has called on young people to prioritize hard work and discipline instead of taking shortcuts.

Through a statement shared on his X account on Thursday, November 28, 2024, Ombachi highlighted the value of earning money through honest means, noting that shortcuts often come with consequences.

“Hard-earned money is not loud. Actually, you’re paranoid about showing off in case of impotence because you know the effort it takes to make it. Shortcuts in life exist, as a young person don’t be led by greed, as shortcuts could easily cut short your life,” he said.

Ombachi’s advice comes at a time when cases of young and seemingly successful individuals dying under mysterious circumstances are on the rise in Kenya.

The celebrated chef is also known to advocate for mental health.

Ombachi’s advice on drugs

In October 2023, Ombachi raised concerns over the growing issue of alcohol and drug abuse among young people.

Taking to his X account, the self-taught chef linked the troubling trend to Kenya’s challenging economic conditions, which he believed are driving more youth toward substance abuse.

He warned that the repercussions of these struggles could persist for years.

“With the current economic situation, alcohol & drug abuse amongst the youth will keep on escalating, and the pandemic will manifest in years to come. The hopelessness has crept in hadi ushago and it’s bad bad!” Ombachi noted.

Mental health

In a 2021 interview, Ombachi opened up about his mental health journey, revealing his diagnosis of bipolar disorder.

“I was diagnosed with bipolar, and following a few therapy sessions, I was informed that I have bipolar and ADHD,” he revealed.

Ombachi, whose rugby career was jeopardized by a severe injury during the 2017/18 season, spoke about his struggles. He admitted to having made several suicide attempts during his career and enduring repeated episodes of self-harm.

Using his platform as a professional rugby player and Olympian, Ombachi actively chose to advocate for mental health awareness.

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