This archive report was first published on 9 May 2021.
On Saturday, May 8, 2021, Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru met with Kikuyu Council of Elders and Njuri Ncheke officials in Sagana, sparking a crucial discussion on the rising cases of husband battering in the region.
Njuri Ncheke and Kikuyu Council of Elders have taken notice of the alarming trend of men being assaulted by their spouses in Kirinyaga County.
The two groups met to craft possible solutions to the problem, with a focus on addressing the root causes of domestic violence.
According to Josephat Murangiri, Njuri Ncheke's Secretary-General of Operations, it is a taboo for women to batter their husbands.
“Women or children shouldn’t beat up men, who are the heads of family,” he said.
Murangiri urged men to strive to provide for their families at all times and shun alcohol-drinking where possible.
David Githaka, Chairperson of the Kikuyu Council of Elders, announced plans to meet with a section of Kirinyaga men who recently filed complaints of being battered by their spouses.
“We hope to counsel the victims and their partners against domestic violence,” he said.
Githaka also emphasized the need to raise awareness against drug and substance abuse.
Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru welcomed the council of elders’ initiative, saying it would help families in the region embrace peace and responsible living.
