In the midst of Tom Mboya Estate, a scene of tumult and astonishment unfolded when a married man was caught engaging in an inappropriate act with an unexpected companion—his mother-in-law.
This incident has sparked widespread reflection on the state of modern relationships, where traditional respect for in-laws seems to have dwindled. In earlier times, it was unthinkable for men to show such disregard for their in-laws, and the same held true for women.
In the past, it was customary for an African man to refrain from spending the night at his in-laws’ home. Some even held the belief that a man should not remain in his in-laws’ village after sunset.
Damaris and Ken, both natives of a lakeside city, had been married for three years and enjoyed a comfortable life with a house in Kisumu. However, due to work commitments, they also maintained a residence in Nairobi, where Damaris primarily worked.
Reflecting on their situation, Damaris remarked, “We are moderately affluent, blessed with two cars, two houses, and a decent family. I love my husband dearly, but his recent actions have left me bewildered. Thankfully, we are managing.”
Despite appearances, Damaris confessed that their marriage had been struggling, with intimacy waning. She harbored suspicions of Ken’s infidelity but lacked concrete evidence.
Four months prior, Ken had purportedly traveled to Kisumu for a business meeting, arriving on a Friday evening ahead of the Monday meeting. Unbeknownst to him, Damaris had planned a surprise visit, intending to treat him to a traditional meal upon his return.
On the appointed Monday morning, Damaris embarked on her journey to Kisumu, accompanied by her sister. After a brief stop at Kibuye market for groceries, she proceeded to their home, just a short distance away.
Upon her arrival around 1 p.m., Damaris noticed the open windows, a habit she knew all too well from her husband. As she approached the door, she heard an unfamiliar sound—an unmistakable expression of passion.
Driven by curiosity, Damaris quietly entered the house and made her way to the guest bedroom, where she was confronted with a shocking sight—her mother entangled with her husband in bed.
