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Kenyan Play 'Free Me' Exposes Gender-Based Violence Crisis
The autobiographical play 'Free Me' by Kenyan TV and stage producer Gathoni Kimuyu recounts her abusive marriage and calls on victims to speak out amid a surge in violence against women in the country. The play, directed by Mugambi Nthiga, features multiple actors portraying Kimuyu at different life stages, drawing audiences into her journey from abuse to survival. Kimuyu hopes the production will help change perceptions, reduce victim-blaming, and encourage accountability for abusers.