- A second-year university student took to social media to share his addiction to gambling, which saw him lose many resources
- The desperate young man said he had been gambling since Class 8 and struggled to leave the wasteful habit
- Kenyans on social media expressed mixed reactions, as some offered help while others made fun of it
A young man has opened up about his struggles with gambling, which he could not find a way out of.
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Gambling since primary school
The man, whose name was not disclosed, said he had been a betting addict since his primary school years.
Speaking to TUKO.co.ke, he narrated his experiences, adding that he faced painful consequences because of it.
“l have been betting since I was in Class 8 and now I am on campus in my second year. Of late, I have lost all the resources I have been provided with by my parents, even the school fees, to betting. I have tried to quit, but the stress of my losses won’t allow it,” he shared.
The stranded man shared his experience as he sought advice from Kenyans on manoeuvring through the struggle.
Social media reactions
Kenyans headed to the comment section to share their views on the ordeal, giving mixed reactions.
Rìçh Kìd Rìçkìè:
“Follow your dreams not your addictions focus dont let your past be the reason of your downfallmake sure when you believe kneel and pray men.”
Fukara Mkwasi:
“Worry less we are sailing in the same boat Many deposited, but only few withdrew.”
Weired Wolf:
“As long as you have not lost yourself, you are still good to go. Remember poverty is the enemy.”
Nic Lyz:
“It is a spirit from the devil. Just tell God you are tired of the situation. You will thank me later.”
Samuel Kinyua Gitiha:
“Just make a decision and pray that Tamara leaves you, then change friends.”
Abel Kipchirchir:
“Confront your parents only if they are civilised. And if they are, I think you will be able to turn things around.”
Violet Odera:
“Forget the past and focus on the future. You can gather again if only you believe in yourself and stop betting.”
Boy loses KSh 5,000 in betting
In another story, a boy demanded a refund from a betting company after placing a bet on his school fees.
He sent a message to the betting company, pleading with them to refund him the KSh 5,580 he staked.
The betting company reminded the boy that any money staked in a bet was non-refundable if the person lost.
Source: TUKO.co.ke