In Eastleigh, Nairobi, the body of 33-year-old Somali national Ali Ahmed Shire was found in a lodging on November 3, 2025, sparking a police investigation. Shire had checked into the lodging on November 2 for a week but failed to emerge the following day. This raised concerns among the management, who went to check on him. Upon receiving no response from his room, they forced entry and discovered his lifeless body on the bed. A bedsheet was tied around his neck and hanging from the roof, suggesting a suspected suicide.
Authorities were called to the scene, and the body was removed for a post-mortem examination. At this time, the exact motive for the incident remains unclear. Suicide rates, particularly among men, have been steadily increasing in Kenya. Experts attribute these rising figures to various factors, including unemployment, academic pressures, financial difficulties, legal issues, and substance abuse. Mental health conditions like depression and bipolar disorder are also significant contributors to these tragic incidents.
The World Health Organisation highlights several other risk factors such as a history of suicide attempts, bullying, and a family history of suicide. The Kenyan government has acknowledged the severity of this issue and is working on measures to address mental health challenges across the country. However, the sharp rise in suicide cases remains a cause for concern, particularly as the country grapples with social and economic pressures.
Meanwhile, in Trans Nzoia County, another tragic event unfolded on November 3, 2025, when a 32-year-old man was fatally attacked in what is suspected to be a love triangle dispute. Samuel Wanyonyi was found unconscious at his home after being assaulted by two men. Authorities recovered a panga, blood-stained clothing, and Wanyonyi’s motorbike from the scene, and they are currently searching for the suspects involved.
These incidents highlight the alarming rate of violence and mental health struggles in the country, urging both law enforcement and community support systems to take action.
