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Taifa Leo·June 24, 2026 at 4:55 AM

In Kenya, many unmarried women have adopted a new strategy to deter unwanted male attention by wearing rings that resemble engagement or wedding bands. These rings, typically symbols of being married or engaged, are used by some women to establish boundaries and reduce harassment from men who pursue them without consent. Nancy Wachira, a resident of Lamu Island, has been wearing such a ring since January to fend off unwanted advances.

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