KENYA: Lupita Nyong’o’s sister proudly announces she’s part of LGBTQ community shares partner, child

Lupita Nyong’o’s younger sister, Zawadi Nyong’o has left Kenyans clapping for her for standing by her truth Little is known about the A-list actresses’ siblings, but they have undoubtedly made names for themselves Zawadi recently shared a photo of her family with her mzungu partner and she opened up about her truth for the first time Zawadi Nyong’o, a Kenyan feminist, activist, and daughter of Kisumu governor Anyang’ Nyong’o, shared a deeply personal milestone with the world in a touching and powerful moment of visibility.

Zawadi Nyong’o (left) with her partner (centre) and child (right). Photo: Zawadi Nyong’o.
Source: Instagram Zawadi posted a picture of herself, her wife Rachel, and their daughter Amaya on Instagram recently. The caption was simple, but it relayed a strong message.

Zawadi opens up about being an LGBTQ member The post was Zawadi’s first public post coming out as a member of the LGBTQ community, which got a lot of attention on Kenyan social media and beyond.

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She opened up about how emotional the moment was in a follow-up Instagram Story. She wrote:

“I’ve been too afraid to do this for way too long! But this morning I woke up and said enough! This has been a long time coming!” She admitted that she was scared and said that sharing was “probably the scariest thing I’ve ever done.”

Her brother Peter Nyong’o also responded to her post with love emojis, writing.

“My family.” Zawadi’s announcement is important for her journey and for LGBTQ+ visibility in Kenya, where being part of the community can be difficult both legally and socially.

Her honesty has sent a strong message of bravery and support because, for one, she is a public figure and part of a well-known family.

Many people praised her openness and the happiness that was visible in the family photo that she posted.

Zawadi is known for her work in feminist advocacy, social justice, and digital activism.

She started Zero by Zawadi and has been a strong supporter of sexual and reproductive rights, including for people with disabilities, and giving young people power.

Kenyans react to her revelation Her followers lauded her for finally being true to herself. Here is what Kenyans had to say:

chrismurithi:

“All the love! Beautiful family.” kevmwachiro:

“Super super proud of you. Happy to see your beautiful family.” cityclbk:

“If so much history wasn’t erased there would’ve been no need to come out….congratulations.” bookofkeri:

“Zawadiiiiiiiiii always have and always will love you! Beautiful family massive love to you 3!❤️ psst we need to catch up.” spiritualwifei:

“So fugging proud of you sis!!! You deserve only top tier love!” Did Lupita mourn Raila? In other news, the actress shared an emotional message mourning former prime minister Raila Odinga.

She referred to him as the nation’s hero and a dear friend of her father, the governor.

Lupita Nyong’o hailed Raila as a hero and her father’s dear friend in her tribute.
Source: Instagram Lupita fondly remembered how Raila shared in their family’s milestones and they, his.

The actress also shared her father’s message to his departed friend and lovingly signed off the message by calling Raila, ‘uncle Raila.’

Source: TUKO.co.ke

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