Latest relationships stories from across Kenya.
I had the biggest crush on this beautiful girl I used to see every day in my office building. I couldn’t contain my excitement every time I saw her and I would walk to my office with a bounce in my step. Finally, I mastered the courage to…
I thought we were past “testing” women by taking them to a kibanda (an eatery usually in a tin shack). There’s nothing wrong with going to eat in a kibanda. I’m a regular at the kibanda near my workplace. However, if you want to make a…
I grew up in a middle-income family but my parents worked hard to take my siblings and me to the best schools they could afford. I studied in a private school all through university, which exposed me to a life that I could only dream of…
I was bored, so I got on Instagram, where I saw him. Everything about his physical appearance ticked all my boxes. He was tall, had a chocolate complexion, was bald, with a beard that invited you to play with. His broad chest and chiselled…
There’s something sexy about a knowledgeable man who speaks passionately about something. That was what attracted me to George. I met him at a party at some point in the night; there was a debate on the global economy, and George schooled…
Bradley stood me up for a date that he’d practically begged me to show up at. Originally, we were supposed to meet at 12 p.m. He’d asked if I’d like some seafood and I agreed. He was to pick me up in town, then we would head to Kilimani…
“Babe,” Alicia called out to James or Jaymo, as she fondly called him. “How much do you need?” James asked her. “Aki babe, why are you making it sound like all I do is ask for money?” Alicia asked as she feigned a pout and curled her hair.…
Cheating for all its ubiquity is heartbreaking when it happens to you. You end up overwhelmed with intense feelings including pain, anger, gut-wrenching grief, confusion and a deep sense of loss, even shame. The rollercoaster of emotions…
If you’re looking to buy your first vibrator, you’re not alone. Sex toys have become increasingly popular in recent years, and there are many different types of vibrators available to suit a wide range of preferences. Buying one can be…
Cohabitation is an arrangement where you live together and have a sexual relationship without being married. It is an arrangement that is becoming increasingly common, especially among younger people. In a society that prioritizes the…
Part of what makes life cosier is friendships. When one mentions friendship the things that come to mind are all the good things that come with friendship, including fun times, laughter, warmth, and support, rarely does anyone mention the…
Harry had been pursuing me for a really long time but I never saw him as anything more than just a friend. He was a great friend who I could rely on when things were not going well. However, whenever he tried to make a move on me, I would…
Dealing with a baby mama is stressful especially when they are as stubborn as Sheila. However, as my mother said when you got her pregnant, didn’t you know she was stubborn? I knew she was stubborn but let’s just blame it on the heat of…
When I started dating Lamar, I knew he was serious about his beliefs and religion. Whenever we talked, he would teach me something about his religion which I thought was really cute and sweet. He taught me phrases and greetings which…
I wasn’t a fan of the family WhatsApp group. I had been added several times but I managed to exit without anyone noticing. When someone finally caught on, my excuse was always that I wasn’t in the country and I had changed my number.…
Galentine’s Day is a celebration of female friendship and is traditionally observed on February 13th which is the day before Valentine’s Day. First popularized in the TV show “Parks and Recreation”, Galentines has become a popular…
With Valentine’s Day around the corner, you may be looking for a unique idea for a date. If you and your partner love to read books, there are several great bookshops for dates in Nairobi. Exploring bookstores can be a budget-friendly…
We bumped into each other in a corridor next to the staff canteen on the ground floor. He had a laptop in his left hand, a pile of books in his right and a backpack. He seemed pretty disgruntled. What caught my eye, however, is the fact…
Edna was in her house scrolling through her phone, looking for something to do on a Saturday. All her friends were busy with their rich boyfriends, but her sponsor had just dumped her. He had left her for his newest conquest, although Edna…
You’ve heard about journals and diaries, but have you heard about sex journals? A sex journal is a personal notebook in which you document your sexual experiences. Think of everything from fantasies and dreams to sexual activities past and…
When they say you should always delete your search history, listen. This small mistake has cost people a lot of things. For me, it cost me my marriage. I was suspicious that my husband was doing something behind my back. That’s why I went…
What’s a deal breaker that you can never compromise on? For me, it’s odour, specifically, foot odour. I can’t stand it and if I meet someone who has foot odour, I immediately lose interest in him. The only problem is that it’s hard to tell…
I was nervous about moving out from my parent’s house to my own apartment since I had to start a new life. I didn’t know anyone at the new place and being an introvert, I struggled to make new friends. However, I had one thing working for…
A sleep divorce is an arrangement between couples to sleep separately in order to improve the quality of their rest. It’s not a product of any fight or acrimony, just a practical step to improve the quality of their sleep. Here’s how a…
