In a devastating turn of events, a woman identified as Shiro Ka Ribui, affectionately known as Mama Bella on social media, has taken her own life along with that of her daughter, Bella, in what appears to be a tragic outcome of battling depression. The news, which surfaced on Monday, May 6, 2024, has left many reeling with shock and sadness.
Shiro, a clinical officer residing in Mombasa, seemed to be leading a normal life, with no visible signs of distress evident to those who knew her through her online presence. She was actively engaged on social media, portraying a cheerful demeanor, and even took care of her daughter’s educational needs, as she had even paid her school fees.
However, beneath the surface, Shiro was silently struggling with depression, as hinted at in her online posts where she sought help from friends and family. Despite her outward appearance of normalcy, the internal battles she faced ultimately led to this tragic outcome.
“In need of job as the countdown begins,” read one of her posts. The clinical officer shared posts on overcoming mental turmoil before she started a countdown that ended tragically with her demise.
The heartbreaking news was first brought to light by a solemn message circulated on WhatsApp by Bella’s school, informing parents of the untimely passing of both mother and daughter.
“Good morning parents, I hereby wish to inform you that I received sad news about the above girl and her mother. They passed on, on Thursday,” part of the message read.
Shiro’s mother, when approached for more information, could only express confusion, stating that Shiro had seemed perfectly fine, even engaging in routine activities such as shopping, prior to the tragic incident.
“I called the grandmother to get more information. She told me they couldn’t tell what transpired because she had even done shopping and paid school fees but when they went back on Thursday, she took away her life and that of the daughter, “the statement revealed.
This comes barely hours after another woman threw herself into River Nyamindi together with her daughter strapped on her back. A letter she left before dying emerged later.
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), mental health remains an integral component of health and well-being. Anyone struggling with mental health is advised to seek help through the following free emergency hotlines.
– Befriender’s Kenya- +254 722 178 177
– Niskize- 0900 620 800 –
Emergency Medicine Kenya Foundation- 0800 726 253
– Oasis Africa- +254 366 614 / +254 110 826 23
– Cognitive Behavioral Therapy – +254 739 935 333/ +254 756 454 585
– Mental Wellness Kenya- +254 717 234 621
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