This archive report was first published on 12 May 2021.
Published on May 12, 2021, a number of Kenyan celebrities have been married as second wives, with some of them sharing their experiences publicly.
From socialites to politicians and musicians, these individuals have spoken out about their marriages, often highlighting the challenges and joys that come with being a second wife.
Here are some of the Kenyan celebrities who have been married as second wives:
Amber Ray ¶
Amber Ray, a popular socialite, is married to Nairobi businessman Jimal Marlow, alias Rohosafi. Rohosafi's first wife is known as Amira.
Sabina Chege ¶
Media personality turned lawmaker Sabina Chege is said to have won the heart of Gathitu Maina, the former Kenya Dairy Board boss.
Lilian Ng'ang'a ¶
Machakos Governor Alfred Mutua was initially married to Josephine Thitu Maundu before they broke up. He then moved on with the beautiful Lillian Ng'ang'a.
Esther Passaris ¶
Nairobi Woman Rep elect Esther Passaris is the mum to Makena Maria and Lefteris Ngugi, children she had from her marriage to renowned coffee farmer and Kenya Nut Company billionaire Pius Mbugua Ngugi.
Mary Wambui ¶
Kenyan businesswoman and politician Mary Wambui is allegedly former president Mwai Kibaki's second wife. The Wambui family claim that Mwai married Mary in 1972 under Kikuyu customary law, and they have a daughter, Wangui Mwai.
Suzanna Owiyo ¶
The celebrated singer Suzanna Owiyo is happily married as a second wife for over 16 years. She has successfully managed to keep her private life away from the limelight, but surprised many when she revealed that she has a teenage daughter and had been happily married as a second wife for over 16 years to one Ounga Oguda.
