Withpema Guides - Legal, Insurance & Succession

Understand the legal and financial steps associated with a loss; from wills and insurance to succession and benefits. When a loved one passes, families are often left navigating complex paperwork and decisions they didn’t plan for. This section breaks down the legal and financial processes in simple terms, helping you know what to do, who to talk to, and how to protect your family’s interests with confidence and peace of mind.

How Kenyan Families Suffer When There’s No Succession Plan

Death is painful, but the lack of a succession plan makes it even harder. Families that should be leaning on each other for support often end up divided by disputes. By planning ahead, loved ones are spared the burden of conflict and allowed to focus on what truly matters, honoring the memory of the person they’ve lost.

Faith, Culture & Traditions

Breaking the Silence: Why We Struggle to Plan for Death

In many Kenyan families, conversations about death are quickly brushed aside. “Don’t speak such things into existence,” a parent might say, or an elder may change the topic altogether. It feels safer to leave the unknown unspoken. Yet, when we avoid these conversations, we leave our families unprepared for the inevitable. The truth is, death is part of life. Pretending it won’t come doesn’t prevent it — it only increases the pain and confusion when it does. This article explores why we struggle to plan for death, how cultural and emotional barriers keep us silent, and why breaking that silence is one of the greatest acts of love we can offer our families.

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