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I was sexually abused when I was 12- Lupita Nyong’os sister Zawadi tells it all

Sisters Lupita and Zawadi Nyong’o
  • Lupita Nyongo’s sister Zawadi has revealed that she was sexually abused when she was 12
  • Zawadi shared her experience on Facebook as the #MeToo gathers steam
  • Lupita had earlier disclosed that a Hollywood filmmaker also sexually preyed on her

Zawadi Nyong’o the elder sister to Oscar-winning actress Lupita Nyong’o has revealed that she was sexually abused when she was 12 years old.

Zawadi, a vocal gender activist and author made the heart-breaking confession on Facebook where she joined other women like radio presenter Adelle Onyango in speaking out against rape and abuse.

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