Clare, a 35-year-old mother of three, shares her story of struggle and resilience after her husband left her 15 years into their marriage.
At the time of his departure, Clare was pregnant with their youngest child, and her husband went on to marry a younger woman, a Form 3 student.
Since then, Clare has faced significant challenges in raising her children on her own, often struggling to provide for their basic needs. Her situation was further complicated when her brothers forced her out of their family home, leading her to rely on friends and eventually settle in Mathare.
A turning point came when Clare received Sh 20,000 from her church, which she used to start a small business selling vegetables and fruits. This venture has improved her financial situation, enabling her to pay rent and cover her children's school fees.
However, a new challenge has arisen. Clare's former husband, now separated from his second wife, has been reaching out to her, expressing his desire to reunite. Despite his past actions, Clare is torn, considering the fact that he is the father of her children.
She wonders if accepting him back would be the right decision, given their history and her current circumstances.
