Victor Wanyama’s wife, Serah Teshna, recently shared her experience giving birth in Canada, revealing that the entire process—from prenatal care to delivery—was fully covered without her having to spend any money on medical services. The actress, who has kept her relationship with the renowned footballer relatively private, explained how she navigated the Canadian healthcare system during her pregnancy and was amazed by the level of care provided free of charge.
In a video update, Serah broke down the various services she accessed during her pregnancy. She attended twelve prenatal checkups, underwent all necessary ultrasounds, and received routine tests, including four blood tests, a glucose screening for gestational diabetes, and a cervical exam—all without any direct costs. One of the key highlights she pointed out was receiving the DTap vaccine, which protects both mother and child from diseases such as diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis. Again, all these services were offered to her at no cost.
The only payment Serah made during the entire process was for parking at the hospital, which cost her 25 Canadian dollars, roughly equivalent to KSh 2,300. She joked that it was the only part of the experience that wasn’t “free,” and emphasized that everything else was taken care of under the Canadian public health system. Her post resonated with many online, especially among Kenyan mothers, some of whom compared their experiences locally and abroad.
The revelation sparked numerous reactions across social media. While some shared similar positive experiences in other countries, others expressed disappointment about the state of maternal healthcare back home. Comments referenced previous initiatives like Linda Mama, which had provided free maternal services in Kenya, and lamented the decline or discontinuation of such programs. Many nostalgically recalled how women benefitted from maternal health programs during previous administrations, with one comment noting, “If only taxes were put to good use here in Kenya. Anything that is state-owned is a nightmare.”
Beyond the healthcare topic, fans also used the opportunity to celebrate Serah’s talent and called on her to return to the screen with new film projects. Others sent heartfelt messages of support, especially after she revealed that she and Wanyama welcomed their second child—a baby girl—in May 2024. She had shared touching photos showing the newborn bonding with her father, expressing gratitude for the joy the little one brought into their lives.
Serah’s transparency about her journey resonated not just for the affordability of the care, but also for the broader conversation it opened up about maternal health systems, public policy, and the quality of life for expectant mothers. Her story highlighted the stark contrast in healthcare accessibility between countries and reignited discussions around what could be done to improve the situation in Kenya.
