Rish Kamunge recently opened up about her emotional journey following her arrest and the events that followed. She described the experience as a revealing one, exposing the fragility of relationships she once believed to be solid. After being accused of involvement in a job scam, she spent a short time in jail and emerged with hard-earned insights about family, friendship, and business.
According to Rish, one of the most painful realizations was discovering that some relatives distanced themselves during her time of need. She expressed how her arrest seemed to bring out the worst in some people she considered close, as they chose to stay away rather than offer support. In a heartfelt reflection, she emphasized that not all blood relations are true family. “You can correct me, but your relatives are not your family,” she shared, highlighting that only one aunt stood by her through the ordeal. That act of loyalty, she said, made that relative feel more like family than many others she had trusted for years.
Rish didn’t stop there—she also shared her thoughts on the concept of friendship, especially in business circles. She recounted how some individuals she once saw as friends, including lawyers and employees, disappeared when things got tough. For her, the experience underlined the importance of not placing blind trust in people simply because of shared social ties. “Those friends who hang out with you for fun are only there because they know they can get something from you,” she said. She warned others not to confuse casual companionship with genuine friendship, especially in times of crisis.
Her message extended to entrepreneurs and fellow business owners. Drawing from her own legal troubles, she advised others to always retain a qualified, impartial lawyer who isn’t emotionally involved. In her case, the lawyers she believed were her friends didn’t come through for her. She stressed that business and legal matters should always be handled by professionals who are removed from personal entanglements.
The allegations against Rish involved facilitating job placements abroad, particularly in Mauritius. Several individuals claimed they were left stranded after being promised opportunities that never materialized. Following her arrest on March 27, she was arraigned in court and released on a KSh 5 million bond while investigations continue.
Her story sparked a wave of reactions online. Some praised her honesty and the lessons she shared, while others were skeptical of the timing of her reflections. Many, however, resonated with her insights about the complexities of personal relationships, especially during tough times. Users shared their own experiences with abandonment and betrayal, highlighting how adversity often reveals people’s true colors.
Ultimately, Rish’s message to the public was clear: always be mindful of who you trust, both in your personal life and in business. In her words, “The family you create is better than the family you came from.”
