‘I considered taking my own life on August 3, 2024’ – rights activist Boniface Mwangi
In a heartfelt revelation, renowned rights activist Boniface Mwangi has shared a deeply personal account of a moment that nearly shifted the course of his life. Mwangi reflected on the overwhelming weight of his activism and personal aspirations, admitting that he contemplated taking his own life on August 2, 2024. In a candid statement, Mwangi […]
Broke producer Magix Enga prepares epic return to music scene
Kenyan music producer Magix Enga is preparing a grand music comeback after facing financial constraints and a mental health crisis that led to a hiatus from his career. Enga took to his official Instagram account to announce his comeback, expressing gratitude to those who stood by him during his difficult times. “Back from the shadows, […]
Quieting the silence in mental health matters
Nearly one billion people worldwide suffer from some form of mental disorder the latest UN data shows. In Kenya, mental health is also a growing challenge. An estimated 25 per cent of the population experience a mental health disorder. Unfortunately, many people with mental health conditions do not have access to effective care due to […]
Kabando wa kabando: Govt should declare mental health a national crisis
Former Mukurwe-ini Member of Parliament who is also the Nyeri senate Candidate on Narc Kenya ticket Kabando wa Kabando now wants the government to declare mental health a national disaster following high numbers of Kenyans committing suicide. Speaking in Mweiga during his campaigns, Kabando said that unless mental health is declared a national disaster, Nyeri […]
Corazon Kwamboka shares traumatic experience with postpartum depression
Socialite Corazon Kwamboka has opened up on her struggles with mental health days after admitting that she suffered postpartum depression. Through her Instagram page, the mother of two shared her experience with depression that saw her spend a few days in the hospital. Kwamboka noted that the matter was meant to be private but it […]
Carrol Sonnie says breakup with Mulamwah affected her mental health
Carol Sonnie has officially broken her silence on her breakup with comedian Mulamwah. This follows Mulamwah’s earlier claims that the actual reason behind their breakup was Carol’s infidelity and her attempted abortion while she was three months pregnant. In an interview with a local radio station, Carrol asked her baby daddy to respect her and […]
Kamene Goro trolled over insensitive post on mental health
Media personality Kamene Goro on Thursday, July 15 sparked outrage among social media users after making a sensitive post targeting people battling mental health. Through her Instagram page, the radio presenter made the post that irked social media users forcing her to pull it down. “Mental health na hamna akili (Mental health issues yet you […]