Sex, money and power are said to make the world go round, especially when dealing with politicians who take people round in circles until they feel dizzy.
Now, women in Kenya have joined hands to boycott sex for the next seven days to push for reforms and constitutional review.
Beginning today, G10 a consortium of women lobbies announced a week-long sex boycott to push for political reforms, and have secured support from a prominent personality in the land.
Prime Minister Raila Odingas wife, Ida, said she would support the campaign "100 per cent".
"The womens voices must be heard," Mrs Odinga said, adding: "The boycott is not a punishment, but rather an action to draw attention to the issue."
During a Press briefing in Nairobi on Wednesday, G10 said they had spoken to Ida and First Lady Lucy Kibaki and urged them to support their cause.
G10 coalition partner Rukia Subow of Maendeleo ya Wanawake said violence was escalating, people were dying of hunger and that majority of those affected are women. They must do something.
"This boycott shows how women have come to the conclusion that there is no solution being sought to end the political impasse. And while the two principals (Kibaki and Raila) haggle, the country has been thrown into confusion," said Ms Subow.
But Kenyas menfolk need not bother try doing anything. Those accustomed to securing "take-away", the euphemism for twilight girls, be warned: They will not be in business, as the girls will be paid by G10 for "staying away from work".
G10 officials did not explain how they would monitor the success of their campaign, or how to ensure those paid to keep off the streets actually do that. They will rely on goodwill and integrity of their supporters.
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