“‘I Was Ready to End It All’: Boniface Mwangi Shares the Dark Side of His Fight for Kenya”
Renowned activist Boniface Mwangi has opened up about the emotional toll that the wave of anti-government protests in 2024 took on him, revealing that he reached a point where he contemplated taking his own life.
In a candid 2,400-word post on his social media, Mwangi described the anguish he experienced after witnessing abductions, deaths, and State-sanctioned violence against peaceful protestors.
Mwangi recounted how the events of August 3, 2024, left him in a dark place. He had signed his will, sent farewell messages, and was prepared to end his life.
The trauma and grief had become unbearable. His post sheds light on the heavy personal cost of being on the frontline of protests demanding accountability and better governance from President William Ruto’s government.
However, Mwangi attributes his survival to the unwavering support of his family and friends, who intervened and encouraged him to seek professional help. This act of love and empathy gave him the strength to continue his fight for justice and transparency in Kenya, despite the continued harassment, arrests, and threats he faces.
In his post, Mwangi also denounced the brutal tactics employed by the government during the protests, accusing the administration of orchestrating the abductions and killings of innocent citizens.
He called for unity among Kenyans to demand the ousting of the corrupt regime and vowed to press on in the fight for a better Kenya, regardless of the risks involved.
Mwangi’s harrowing testimony highlights the mental health crisis many activists face in their struggle for change. His message serves as a call to action for Kenyans to stand in solidarity with those risking their lives to hold the government accountable.
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“‘I Was Ready to End It All’: Boniface Mwangi Shares the Dark Side of His Fight for Kenya”
