‘My Wife Pays 80% Of Our Bills’ – Media Person, Ben Mwine Shares Personal Details About His Debt Struggles And Marriage
Ugandan media personality, Ben Mwine has candidly shared his experience with financial struggles and how his wife, fellow TV host Racheal Mwine, has taken on the role of breadwinner in their household.
Speaking during the Reality Check podcast, hosted by Racheal herself, Ben opened up about the challenges he has faced, particularly with debt, and how his wife’s support has been a constant source of strength throughout their marriage.
Despite the traditional expectation for men to be the primary providers in many cultures, Ben stated that he has never felt inadequate or less of a man because of his wife’s role as the main earner.
He credited Racheal for making him feel secure and respected in their relationship, even during tough times.
“At no point ever, in the 11 years that we have been married, have I felt inadequate,” Ben shared.
He went on to describe how Racheal’s constant encouragement and faith in him have bolstered his confidence. He said:
“What I get instead is this woman every day saying, ‘I am praying for you; I support you, I am with you.’”
Ben also spoke about the small yet meaningful gestures that Racheal continues to make, even when they are unprompted. He mentioned instances where his wife has sent him money, not out of necessity, but simply to show her care and support.
Although the financial responsibility has largely fallen on Racheal, Ben remains optimistic about the future.
He expressed his belief that his situation will eventually improve and that he will have the opportunity to reciprocate her generosity.
“I keep telling people that at some point…I am a fairly resourceful person…I am still young enough and I know that at some point things will turn, a big break will happen, and I will spoil this woman rotten,”
he said with determination.
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Ben also used his experience to question societal expectations and how women in similar situations might react.
He raised the issue of how some men, after losing a job, are made to feel inadequate by their partners.
“The question is, how many women are able to do that when they are in that position, and what does it do to a man when he is constantly being reminded of how they are not sufficient?”
he asked.
In his case, Ben has found solace in knowing that his wife not only believes in him but continues to see him as the leader of their household.