Kiambu man rendered homeless after losing job, says wife left with young son: "Amezima simu"

• David Wachira sank into depression after losing his job and wife, who abandoned him and took away their young son
• He could no longer provide even for himself as he turned to life on the streets in his quest to rebuild his life after the major drawback
• The Kiambu man’s story broke the hearts of many as social media users flocked to the comment section to react to his narration

A man from Kahawa Wendani, Kiambu county, has opened up about his life struggles and challenges following what he describes as betrayal by the love of his life.

David Wachira revealed that he once had a stable life before losing his job and his wife, events that plunged him into depression and alcoholism.

David Wachira sleeping outside Cleanshelf

He not only lost his marriage but also his family, as his wife left with their young son, leaving him devastated.

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Wachira was eventually rendered homeless after losing his source of income, making it difficult for him to meet even his basic needs, including rent and clothing.

“I have come across many stories on the streets, but this one is especially painful. In Kahawa Wendani, outside Cleanshelf Supermarket, David Wachira has been through so much. After separating from his wife, Gakii, he sank into depression, which led to alcoholism. He is now living on the streets, though memories of the days when he had a home in Githurai 44 remain fresh in his mind. His wife left with their son, Emmanuel, shortly after he lost his job at Farmers Choice,” said well-wisher Derrick Mbugua.

David Wachira turns to drinking alcohol

Mbugua shared a video showing where Wachira sleeps, with barely enough warm clothing to shield him from the cold nights.

Wachira said some of the few belongings he had were stolen while he was asleep, adding to his stress and uncertainty about survival.

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“I had a good life, but when I lost my job and my wife left me, I fell into depression. I became addicted to alcohol. I have gone to rehabilitation in an attempt to quit drinking, but unfortunately, I relapsed. Life has been very difficult for me. My wife left and switched off her phone. I have been trying different hustles to survive, but life has been unkind to me,” he said emotionally.

Despite his struggles, Wachira expressed his willingness to rebuild his life if given an opportunity, promising to work hard and remain committed to any job or business venture.

Kenyans react to David Wachira’s story

His story touched many social media users, who flooded the comment section with reactions and words of encouragement.

FavouredStephen:

“Have you searched for @Wachiradavid yet? The guy was indeed living a good life. Why don’t we help him get that life back instead of only giving him what he’s asking for?”

Beauty and the Best:

“I extend so much grace to addicts. I am addicted to sugar, and it’s not funny how I relapse every week.”

estherkabue:

“I’m a woman, but I will forever fear fellow women. Is it really that hard to stand by someone until they get back on their feet?”

Family Backup:

“I have always dreamed of helping people this way. I just hope God makes it possible one day.”

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mtemi bokono:

“If your wife leaves and goes back home, maybe you should also return to your parents and start afresh. I’m not judging him; I’m speaking from experience. He will heal one day.”

Annytahree Kifee back up:

“I can never leave my man because he’s going through hard times. I’d tell him to come to me until things get better. I pray Wachira rises again.”

Woman finds husband living on streets after he disappeared

In another story, a 30-year-old woman narrated how her husband disappeared six months ago after leaving home at night to buy milk for their children.

She explained that their troubles began after he travelled to Mombasa following a job opportunity.

After months of searching, she eventually found him living on the streets, collecting rubbish and refusing to return home despite her efforts.

The distressed mother appealed for help for her husband and support to enable her to provide for their four children.

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Source: NGBREAKINGNEWS