This archive report was first published on 28 June 2020.
On June 27, a mother in Naivasha, Nakuru County made headlines after her four children were found dead at their rental house.
A police report revealed that she had sent a text message to her brother, informing him of the heinous act, and had left a chilling letter explaining her reasons.
The letter, seen by Kenyans.co.ke, revealed that she was facing financial challenges and felt that she was unable to provide a stable life for her children.
She wrote, "I have murdered my four kids to cut off the generation link from their family. It's painful to bring up a child all knowing what a hard life awaits them. I love them so so much not to see them suffer."
She also urged her son not to panic and to focus on his education, noting that he could ask an uncle for financial help.
She had paid various bills, including rent and water, and had even bought new clothes for the children ahead of their burial.
She revealed her plan to turn herself in to the police, writing, "I will turn myself to the police for murder charges. Jail is my new home."
Her arrest has sparked debates on social protection and mental health.
