Shiro Ka Ribui, known as Mama Bella, and her daughter Bella tragically passed away hours after she shared distressing posts on social media.
Many have questioned why her close friends and online acquaintances did not recognize her distress.
It is not clear what transpired leading to the tragedy that has left Nyeri residents in shock and disbelief. Ribui seemed to have resorted to seeking help from friends online, with various posts painting a grim image of her mental state before death.
The clinical officer shared posts on overcoming mental turmoil before she started a countdown that ended tragically with her demise.
“In need of job as the countdown begins,”
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Mental health, emphasized by the World Health Organization (WHO), is crucial for overall well-being. Efforts to raise awareness and invest in mental health care are vital.
If you’re struggling with mental health, here are some emergency hotlines you can contact:
– Befriender’s Kenya: +254 722 178 177
– Niskize: 0900 620 800
– Emergency Medicine Kenya Foundation: 0800 726 253
– Oasis Africa: +254 366 614 / +254 110 826 23
– Cognitive Behavioral Therapy: +254 739 935 333 / +254 756 454 585
– Mental Wellness Kenya: +254 717 234 621
