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Women sabotage themselves when they encourage patriarchy

Nakuru county DCP party interim officials and aspirants led by County women leader Grace Wanjiku Momanyi addressing members in Nakuru town where they warned the government against harassing former deputy president and DCP party leader Rigathi Gachagua. [Kipsang Joseph, Standard]

The past week has been brutal for women globally and right here at home. In the tough fight for equality, dignity, and respect, patriarchy and misogyny have been our common enemies. But what happens when the sabotage comes from within?

Coldplayed: The act of being publicly caught cheating, usually during major events. Thanks to a woman’s missteps, we just got a new verb. And yes, I am calling out my fellow woman because true sisterhood is about holding each other accountable with grace.

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