This archive report was first published on 5 September 2019.
Nairobi's Dark Secret: Surviving Mchele ¶
Published on September 5, 2019, a Twitter conversation sparked by popular user @droid254 exposed the harrowing experiences of Kenyans who had been drugged, a phenomenon known as Mchele.
According to the shared stories, most of the victims were drugged through spiked drinks at clubs and house parties in Nairobi and its environs. The victims reported being administered a stupefying drug in their drinks, often without their knowledge or consent.
One of the victims shared a story of being motorboated by a lady he had met at a club, only to wake up the next day with no memory of the incident. Another victim reported being taken home by a lady who asked to cook, only to discover that she had stolen everything from his house.
As the conversation continued, users shared their own experiences of being drugged, with some reporting being left with no memory of the incident. Others shared tips on how to avoid being drugged, including carrying charcoal powder or activated charcoal when going out.
One user suggested that clubs should be responsible for their revelers' safety and that CCTV footage should be shared with the police to identify and hold accountable those responsible for the drugging incidents.
As the conversation highlighted, Mchele is a serious issue that affects many Kenyans, particularly in Nairobi. It is essential to remain vigilant and take necessary precautions to avoid falling victim to this dark secret.
