According To A Media Report Page, A 49-year-old woman in Nairobi has reportedly retired after more than two decades in informal survival work, marking the end of a difficult but financially driven journey.…....
Identified as Sarah Mutero, she says she has now left the profession after 22 years, during which she supported herself and raised her children through the income she earned.
According to her account, economic hardship and lack of stable employment pushed her into the trade at a young age, and she remained in it for many years as a means of survival.
She claims that over time, the work became increasingly difficult due to rising competition, age, and changing conditions in the city. She also noted that despite the long years of work, financial stability remained a challenge.
Mutero revealed that she has now decided to retire and focus on living a quieter life with her family, especially her children, whom she says she deeply cares about.
Reports also suggest that after her retirement announcement, some well-wishers have supported her with assistance, including land, as she attempts to rebuild her life outside the industry.
Her story has sparked mixed reactions online, with some users expressing sympathy over her circumstances, while others are discussing broader issues of poverty, unemployment, and survival choices in urban areas.
Observers say her experience highlights the struggles many vulnerable individuals face in large cities like Nairobi, where economic pressure often forces people into difficult livelihoods.
As she begins a new chapter, she says her focus is now on stability, family life, and leaving behind a challenging past.
