Makueni County Woman Representative Rose Museo Speaking at the Kilala Chief’s Office during a meeting with women from various groups on September 25, 2026. Photo by Patrick Kimanga. 
By Patrick Kimanga
Makueni County Woman Representative Rose Museo has urged residents to seek guidance from elders, community leaders and religious leaders whenever they face disagreements or challenges in their marriages and families.
Museo said early intervention could help families resolve conflicts before they escalate into serious disputes or situations that could have devastating consequences.
Speaking on Friday at the Kilala Chief’s Office during a meeting with women from various groups, Museo noted that September is recognised globally as a month for raising awareness on suicide prevention, with World Suicide Prevention Day observed annually on September 10.
She expressed concern over what she described as a high number of suicide cases reported in Makueni County, claiming that the county records nearly 100 cases in a single month.
“Makueni peke yake katika mwezi mmoja wanapata ripoti za watu karibu mia moja wanaojitoa uhai,” Museo said.
The Woman Representative said the reported cases involve both men and women across different age groups, calling for increased attention to mental health challenges and family disputes.
Museo linked some of the reported cases to depression and prolonged disagreements within families, warning that unresolved conflicts can have serious consequences if those affected do not seek assistance.
She encouraged residents, particularly couples and families experiencing persistent disagreements, to avoid keeping their problems to themselves and instead seek help from trusted relatives, elders, church leaders and other appropriate support systems.
Museo also stressed the importance of open communication and early intervention, saying addressing family challenges before they escalate could help prevent tragic outcomes.
Her remarks come amid continued calls for communities to strengthen mental health awareness and ensure that people experiencing emotional distress or family-related challenges have access to timely support.
