Sospeter Opiyo: Abuse, Endurance and a Breaking Point

In this episode, we examine the tragic death of Sospeter Opiyo Muganda, a case rooted in allegations of domestic violence and self-defense. On 29th June 2022 in Mungaini Area, Njiru, Nairobi County, Sospeter was fatally stabbed during a domestic altercation with his wife, Silvia Atieno Ouma. The couple, who had been married for five years and shared two young children, had reportedly experienced frequent domestic disputes witnessed by neighbours.

GENDER BASED VIOLENCE RESOURCES

• National GBV Hotline: 1195 (Toll free, 24/7)

• Gender Violence Recovery Centre (GVRC) – Nairobi Women’s Hospital: +254 719 638 006 / 0709 667 000

• FIDA Kenya (Legal support for women): +254 20 387 7777

• Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR): +254 20 271 7908

• Childline Kenya (for child protection support): 116 (Toll free)

• Police Emergency Services: 999