Kenya, June 1 -- I worked in government for eight years. I was loyal, dedicated, and efficient. I never thought these qualities would make me a target. Office politics can be very tough, especially for someone who does their job well. I learnt this the hard way.
My name is Richard, and in 2023, I was close to getting a big promotion. I had worked hard for it, and I knew my late father would have been proud. But just when I felt like my dreams were finally within reach, everything started to go wrong.
Suddenly, rumours began to spread at the office. People were saying terrible lies about me, things like I was leaking confidential information, forging approvals, and even being involved in corruption.
I was shocked. I thought I had no enemies. The higher-ups called me in for questioning and suspended me while they investigated. It was humiliating to be escorted out of my own office, hearing my colleagues whisper behind me.
What hurt me the most was the silence from people I had helped. Continue Reading
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