KENYANS’ TAKE ON THE GRUESOME DEATH OF STARLET WAHU

The story of Starlet Wahu has unveiled a fresh set of concerns for Kenyans. Gender-based violence is not confined to married or dating couples; it has been present in our society for a while. As I reflect on raising a young girl, I can’t help but contemplate the world in which I’m bringing her up. Soon enough, she won’t be under my wings, and I worry about her safety, a sentiment shared by many.

Here are some viewpoints from different Kenyans:

John Waicua expresses his view: “I think it was unfortunate, though it was a risk associated with meeting up with new people. It is the main reason people agree to meet in public places several times to get to know the other party. It is not only a risk to ladies, as we also have men who have fallen prey to such situations, getting drugged only to wake up in unknown places. Invest in knowing the person you are going out with or dating.”

Josephine Wangui, as a parent, shares her sadness, stating: “It’s sad she was just a young girl, perhaps looking for a partner to settle with, little did she know she would meet a psychopath who would ruin her life. May she rest in peace, and may God protect our children who trust blindly in people they don’t know.”

Muthoni Wamwere emphasizes personal responsibility: “I honestly think as individuals, we need to be very careful. Personal safety should be a personal responsibility. We should not be too gullible to cheap sex and lifestyles we can’t fund ourselves. The old generational advice that we meet up somewhere outside should make more sense at this point.

In my opinion, you really never know who you are dealing with. Just pray that whatever they are hiding will not break you.

What’s your take?