Kenyan socialite and entrepreneur Vera Sidika has once again stirred conversation online after revealing that she recently underwent a lip enhancement procedure, just weeks after having breast surgery.
The outspoken media personality, known for her openness about cosmetic enhancements, shared the news through a candid video posted on her Instagram account.
In the clip, Vera addressed her followers directly, saying she wanted to explain the change before rumours began circulating online.
“Mkiniona out msiniulize nini mbaya na lips zangu because I know people will start taking pictures and I will start trending, so nimekuja kujistaki mwenyewe,” she said.
Weeks After a Breast Surgery
Vera’s lip enhancement comes barely weeks after she revealed that she had undergone a breast lift surgery, describing it as part of her post-motherhood self-care journey.
At the time, she told fans that the procedure was a way of regaining confidence in her body after giving birth to her two children.
She emphasised that the decision was entirely personal and not driven by public expectations. “Every woman has the right to do what makes her feel beautiful,” she previously said, encouraging women to make independent choices about their bodies.
A History of Cosmetic Procedures
Vera’s relationship with cosmetic surgery has been a defining part of her public persona. Over the years, she has openly discussed undergoing several procedures from skin lightening to body contouring often sparking national debate about modern beauty ideals.
Her transformation journey began nearly a decade ago, when she revealed that she had lightened her skin while living abroad.
The move made headlines across Africa and drew both criticism and admiration. Later, she admitted to other enhancements, including dental and body procedures, saying her choices were about confidence and self-expression.
Despite the criticism, Vera has consistently defended her right to make personal decisions about her body.
Her transparency, while controversial, has made her one of the few Kenyan celebrities willing to talk openly about cosmetic surgery a topic often treated as taboo in local entertainment circles.
Fans React
As expected, Vera’s announcement about her lips generated widespread reactions on social media. Some fans praised her for being honest and confident, while others expressed concern over her continued alterations.
For a personality who has built her brand on boldness, beauty, and unapologetic self-expression, Vera’s latest revelation is hardly surprising.
Whether admired or criticised, she remains one of Kenya’s most talked-about public figures and one who continues to shape the national conversation around body autonomy, beauty, and self-confidence.
by judy mutinda
