Drama unfolded in the upscale neighborhood of Kiharu Estate in Murang’a Town when a man revealed that he was responsible for impregnating his wife’s mother.
Samson Njenga, the father-in-law, disclosed that he had sought male birth control (implants) in secret, as he did not desire to have another child. When his wife informed him of her pregnancy, his suspicions were aroused due to his preventive measures.
“I visited the doctor and opted for the ribbon, as I did not want to expand our family. So, when my wife revealed her pregnancy, I realized she had strayed from our marital vows,” shared Samson with the Murang’a Newspaper.
Confronting his wife about the situation, she admitted to infidelity but concealed the identity of the man involved. Faced with the prospect of divorce and after numerous discussions, she eventually summoned Mwangi, her son-in-law, and their daughter, under the pretense of seeking reconciliation.
To Samson’s astonishment, his mother-in-law confessed to having a relationship with her son-in-law. In response, Samson convened clan members from both families to address the issue.
After extensive consultations with the elders, it was decided that the woman would undergo an abortion following the appropriate government procedures and adhering to Kikuyu customs.
Given the gravity of this transgression within the Kikuyu community, the family is obligated to undergo intense cleansing rituals to avert potential calamities looming over them.
