In the peaceful town of Kakamega, Kenya, Simon Murefu Muyeho, a 56-year-old man, is grappling with heartbreak after his wife, Farida, left him for his younger brother. The unexpected betrayal has left Muyeho devastated, and he now faces the overwhelming responsibility of raising their seven children alone.
Muyeho shared that his younger brother, who owns a motorcycle, began offering Farida transportation services, which led to the two developing a close relationship. What started as a simple act of kindness eventually turned into a secret affair, culminating in Farida and Muyeho’s brother moving in together.
In an attempt to salvage his marriage, Muyeho confronted his brother, pleading for the return of his wife. Unfortunately, his requests were met with stubborn refusal. Despite the rejection, Muyeho remains determined and is considering involving local authorities to mediate the situation.
“I approached my brother, asking him to bring back my wife, but he refused. I will never give up on her. If this continues, I’ll involve the local authorities to help resolve this issue,” Muyeho said, sharing his resolve with Afrimax English.
Farida, a former businesswoman, offers her perspective on the troubled relationship, alleging that Muyeho had been abusive. She claims that he physically assaulted her, leaving her with lasting injuries. “He was violent. Every time he came home from work, he would beat me. He was a gatekeeper, coming back in the morning after drinking and smoking. He nearly killed me because he thought I was unfaithful,” she recounted.
Farida also painted a bleak picture of her life with Muyeho, describing a constant struggle with hunger and financial instability. “He burned me and broke my arm, which is why I’m physically challenged. We often went to bed hungry, and I had to find food for us when I could. He was irresponsible,” she explained, describing the hardship she endured as the mother of their seven children.
The tension escalated further when Farida accused Muyeho of preventing their children from seeing her after she moved in with his younger brother. She explained that she left due to the newfound care and understanding she experienced in her new relationship.
As this complicated situation unfolds, the emotional and practical challenges facing both Farida and Muyeho remain ongoing, with the future of their family hanging in the balance.
