In the Nzombe area of Kitui County, tragedy struck as a 25-year-old man, Denis Kithuka Kionzo, took his own life.
His lifeless body was discovered hanging from the rooftop of his uncle’s house, a sisal rope tightly wound around his neck.
Authorities confirmed that no suicide note was found at the scene, leaving the motive behind this heartbreaking incident shrouded in mystery.
The body has been transferred to the Mutitu Subcounty Hospital morgue, where it awaits a thorough autopsy to shed light on the circumstances surrounding Kionzo’s untimely death.
Sadly, cases of suicide have been steadily increasing across the country, prompting urgent calls to address this alarming trend. Law enforcement officials report recording a distressing number of such cases on a daily basis.
Many of these tragic incidents are attributed to familial stressors, highlighting the profound impact of family dynamics on mental health.
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), various factors contribute to suicide risk, including unemployment, academic pressure, legal issues, financial strain, and substance abuse.
Furthermore, experiences of bullying, previous suicide attempts, family history of suicide, mental health disorders such as depression and bipolar disorder, exacerbate vulnerability to suicidal thoughts and behaviors.
WHO underscores the gravity of suicide as a significant global public health concern, ranking it among the top 20 leading causes of death worldwide.
Kenya is ranked 114th among 175 countries with the highest suicide rates, underscoring the urgent need for comprehensive mental health support and suicide prevention strategies.
