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Is it taboo for women to date younger men?

Women dating younger men (Photo: iStock)

In 2021, Joanne Njeri* was eager to find love. After a heartbreak from her childhood sweetheart and a few awkward dates that hit a wall, she had taken time to heal and was ready for the real deal.

That's when she met Drew*, a 6-foot-tall gentle giant with the dashing looks of an athlete and enough charisma to make her forget her past.

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