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Daddies for hire

A new breed of mothers fear letting their husbands raise and mentor their sons lest they turn average, writes VICTOR OLUOCH

Long time ago, parenting was one of the most fulfilling responsibilities in life. The social status of parents never mattered as children regarded their parents, whether plumbers, charcoal burners or farmer as heroes.

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