October 2023

Manga, a man Atieno had just met at a bus stop, suddenly claimed her as his wife and, as the crowd watched, grew increasingly aggressive. Atieno found herself bloodied and bruised, with some women attempting to shield her from Manga's fury. The police intervened, familiar with Manga's history, and arrested him. Atieno, determined to continue her journey to Mombasa, declined medical help, and a kind fellow traveler offered assistance. Two weeks later, the shocking encounter lingered in the...

A Night to Remember: Atieno's Journey to Coast National Polytechnic When Atieno was 19, her life took an unexpected turn on a fateful night at a Nairobi bus stop. She was en route to Mombasa, excited to join the Coast National Polytechnic. As she waited for the night bus, a charming stranger named Manga started conversing with her. They shared stories, dreams, and laughter, making Atieno's heart flutter. Manga even bought her a Fanta, but little did she know that things were about to take a...