In today’s episode, we look at whether someone can be legally compelled to take parental responsibility for an unborn baby.

Recently a woman sued a politician asking for Kshs. 25 million in child support for her unborn baby.

From what I understand, the two eventually agreed to settle the matter out of court. However, I am a married man with the exact same problem and I need help. I've recently been blessed with some good money and ended up having an affair. The lady now says she's 2 months pregnant, but I'm waiting for the baby to be born to know if it is really mine. I told her she should also consider an abortion because I won't support a baby that's not mine. Anyway, she has now sued me and asking for millions, yet the baby has not even been born yet. Can the court force me to pay her?

Research by Maurine Kerich (maurine@swalanyeti.org)