Influencer Laura Mbatha to Obinna: I Will Marry for Divorce

Content creators and public figures Laura Mbatha and Natalie Githinji have sparked discussion after sharing their personal views on marriage and divorce in a recent interview.

Both women said they would consider marrying and later divorcing, if necessary, to ensure a healthy environment for raising children. Mbatha said she views parenting as demanding — regardless of marital status — and wants a partner who will remain focused on co‑parenting the children even if their marriage ends.

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“Raising a child is very hard, even if it is marriage — still is marrying for divorce,” Mbatha said, emphasizing that the commitment to the children’s well‑being must transcend the union itself.

Her co‑guest, Githinji, echoed similar sentiments, saying she wants a situation in which both parents are present in their children’s lives, even if the couple does not stay together.

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Kenyans Reactions:

@djslimbkenya: "Oh dear! These two are truly the Kenyan version of Aki and Pawpaw."
@davidjoram254: "I previously mentioned that in Hindi, the name 'Laura' actually translates to something quite crude."
@_mbuvii: "Please keep that to yourself; nobody said they wanted to be like you!"
@elziggy230: "At least you have exposed your true selves."
@swtchilly_: "The irony is that they are still very accessible.
@kellyshiqs: "Frankly, this is pathetic—and that is saying something coming from me."
@derick_musila: "This conversation is misleading roughly five million young women. Some things simply aren't a 'flex' to society; just keep them to yourself."
@_shikandela: "This is clearly just for clout."
@_.chilababy: "Men should never be living in a woman's house."
@_marsmaine: "This is pure trauma."
@nganya_kenya: "As for Laura, she is definitely a bit eccentric."

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Personal Background and Context

Mbatha and Githinji both spoke about their own upbringing to explain their perspectives. Mbatha noted that she was raised by a single mother, which gave her insight into the challenges and strengths of single parenting. She also said she recognizes the value of having both parents involved in a child’s life. Githinji added that her experiences shaped her belief in the importance of joint parenting, regardless of marital titles.