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Social media platforms like Instagram have revolutionized how we connect and communicate with others, but they have also exposed us to new forms of cruelty, particularly body shaming.
On 21st February 2023, singer Wahu Kagwi posted a photo of herself on Instagram, showing off her participation in the 1st joint committee meeting under the Talanta Hela initiative. She expressed her excitement about the initiative's progress, but what stood out for many people was her weight gain. In her post, Wahu acknowledged that she had gained 22.5kgs since giving birth, and that she had also gained weight during her previous pregnancy.
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