Grannies in Nairobi's slum Korogocho have decided not to take things lying down.They are learning martial arts to defend themselves from rapists.This is one of the most powerful things i have heard in recent times.Rape is a big problem in the country and especially when affecting our grandmothers.In a country where politics is slow in enacting policy to help such people,they can only rely on themselves to beat the odds.
Well in the movie big mama by Martin Lawrence,there is a scene where grannies are taught martial arts to fight against rapists.The first time i saw the movie i thought it only happens in the states.The problem of rape to our women is a very sensitive one and should be addressed as a priority.
Big kudos to Sheila Kariuki who trains the old women and she says that so long as the women know where to hit,they should be able to overcome an attacker.I only hope that non governmental organizations and the government can come to the rescue of this obviously brave women and offer them the much needed protection even as they defend themselves.
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