Joey Muthengi, former Citizen TV presenter, described experiencing severe depression and suicidal ideation after learning her Mzungu boyfriend had secretly married in 2019, a revelation she uncovered via Facebook.
The media personality recounted that their relationship, which began during high school in 2012, faced challenges due to long-distance dynamics and career commitments. She discovered the marriage after joining Citizen TV in 2016, a career milestone she described as a turning point. "I was deeply affected and struggled with depression for an extended period," Muthengi stated, noting her family found her emotional state perplexing.
Following her departure from Citizen TV in 2019, Muthengi transitioned to the Voice of America (VOA) radio station. Her account underscores the psychological impact of unmet relational expectations and professional pressures.