Dementia is tightening its grip on Kenya, a growing health crisis that remains largely misunderstood, stigmatised, and often overlooked.
Families struggle in silence as loved ones exhibit signs of memory loss, confusion, or personality changes, frequently dismissing these symptoms as a normal part of ageing.
In some cases, cultural beliefs attribute dementia to supernatural forces, delaying crucial medical intervention.
Dr Edna Bosire, a medical anthropologist at the Brain and Mind Institute (BMI), highlights how stigma and misinformation prevent early diagnosis and access to care.
