In a society where "body count" is a casual dinner conversation, Kenyan author Hilda Lumati has dropped a bombshell that is shaking the internet: "I stayed pure until I said I do."

Speaking to Dr. Ofweneke, the Kakamega-born writer revealed she entered her marriage bed at 27 with a "body count of one"—her husband. It is a declaration of counter-cultural defiance in an era of normalized promiscuity. Lumati’s story is not just about abstinence; it is about the intense societal pressure placed on women to conform to modern dating standards or risk being labeled "prudes."

The Cost of Purity

"People think I am crazy," Lumati admitted. She recounted losing a four-year relationship because she refused to compromise her values. Her stance exposes the dark underbelly of Nairobi’s dating scene, where sexual availability is often the price of admission for a relationship. Lumati refused to pay it.

• The Reaction: Her confession has split the timeline. Some call it repressive; others hail her as a "wife material" icon. It has sparked a fierce debate about value, morality, and self-worth.
• The Boundaries: She avoided secluded areas and late-night hangs, practical—if strict—measures that she claims preserved her integrity.

A Quiet Revolution

Hilda Lumati is not preaching; she is testifying. Whether you agree with her or not, her courage to stand against the tide of "hookup culture" is undeniable. She has reminded us that in a world where everything is for sale, some things are still worth keeping off the market.