Kenya is experiencing a boom in weight-loss treatments, with surgical procedures and drugs like Ozempic gaining popularity, reflecting a significant shift in societal attitudes towards beauty and health.

• A Nairobi Bariatric Center reports a surge in patients, seeing 10 to 15 clients daily, a stark contrast to its early days.
• Influencers like Naomi Kuria publicly share their experiences with weight-loss procedures and medications, sparking both acclaim and criticism.
• Concerns over health issues such as high blood pressure, diabetes, and infertility, coupled with changing beauty standards emphasizing a slim physique, are driving demand for these treatments.
• Despite costs ranging from 38,000 Kenyan shillings upwards and potential side effects, many Kenyans are pursuing these options for perceived health and aesthetic benefits, though health officials warn about unregulated use.