This archive report was first published on 5 May 2020.
Published on May 5, 2020, the tragic death of Tecra Muigai has shed light on the lengths people go to in search of love and acceptance when they don't find it within their social class.
It's alleged that Tecra, the daughter of Keroche boss Tabitha Karanja, was dating a beach boy in his 50s, despite her family's disapproval.
One of the primary reasons rich parents dictate who their kids date is to preserve their wealth. They've worked hard to achieve their financial status, and they want to ensure it remains intact.
Another reason is to avoid their kids marrying money-hungry individuals who target them for their wealth. Parents are keen to prevent their kids from being taken advantage of by people who only want to benefit from their financial situation.
Rich parents also prefer their kids to marry within their social class to avoid scandals and maintain their status quo. They know how to navigate and hide scandals, which is not always the case with individuals from poorer backgrounds.
Ultimately, the rich want to remain rich, and they'll do what it takes to ensure their kids marry 'decent' spouses who won't tarnish their reputation or compromise their financial security.
