Kenya Shocked by Gruesome Murder Exposing Online Misogyny
In a recent horrifying incident in Kenya, a young woman was brutally murdered in a short-term rental apartment, shedding light on the dark side of the country’s social media known as the “manosphere.”
The victim was dismembered, and her remains were found in a plastic bag, prompting widespread outrage.
The “manosphere” refers to online platforms that promote masculinity and oppose feminism. Unfortunately, in the wake of this tragedy, victim-blaming comments blaming the women for their own deaths flooded social media, sparking a nationwide trend, “STOP KILLING WOMEN.”
The situation reflects a deeper issue of gender-based violence in Kenya, where 34% of women reported experiencing physical violence in 2022.
Amnesty International’s Irungu Houghton emphasizes that such comments are not isolated incidents but indicative of a broader culture of “woman-hating” in the country.
Kenyan MP Esther Passaris acknowledges the patriarchal nature of the society, revealing her personal experiences of derogatory language. Onyango Otieno, a local activist, attributes the rise of online misogyny to the removal of the “promise of patriarchy” as women demand greater equality.
He suggests that many men, not educated on coexisting with women as equals, struggle with the evolving world.
As Kenya grapples with the aftermath of these shocking murders, the incident highlights the urgent need for societal change and a collective effort to address and combat online misogyny.
The information is sourced from BBC, reflecting the global impact and concern regarding the issue.
https://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-67987347