A tragic incident occurred in the Biafra slums of Nairobi County, where a man fatally stabbed his 20-year-old girlfriend during a heated argument.”Femicide in Nairobi Slums”
The victim, Serah Ndunge Musyoki, was discovered in critical condition with chest stab wounds long after the incident had taken place.
She was immediately rushed to Mother and Child Hospital but tragically succumbed to her injuries while undergoing treatment.
The suspect, who is known to the family, managed to flee the scene shortly after committing the crime.
The motive behind this shocking act of violence remains unknown at this time.
It was reported that the two individuals were alone in the house when the incident occurred.
In response to the increasing number of femicides in the country, a group of women and feminists in Kenya organized a protest on Saturday, January 27th, 2024.
The demonstrators, predominantly women, took to the streets to raise awareness about this alarming issue.
They expressed their concerns regarding the rise of femicide and demanded action from the authorities.
During the protest, the crowd voiced their disappointment with Nairobi County women representative,
Esther Passaris, accusing her of remaining silent during such a challenging time.
The angry protesters confronted Passaris, forcing her to leave the gathering.
This recent incident of femicide adds to the growing number of similar cases this month,
highlighting the urgent need for increased measures to address this issue.
The police have launched a manhunt to apprehend the suspect, who is still at large.
Meanwhile, the victim’s body has been transferred to the mortuary, awaiting an autopsy.
The community mourns the loss of yet another young life,
hoping that justice will be served and measures will be taken to prevent future tragedies.
The fight against femicide continues, as the public calls for greater awareness, support, and protection for women in Kenya.
