Trending Pictures Of Divorce Cakes Prompts Serious Reactions

When Kenyan entertainment and lifestyle Reporter Charlie Gachango retweeted pictures of Divorce cakes being advertised, twitter went abuzz with reactions. The original ad which was posted by a South African resident received mixed recreations not only from Kenyans on twitter but from Africans in general.

Divorce which is still not widely accepted in many parts of Africa is a serious issue that is not praised or celebrated. This probably explains why this Divorce cake situation was not taken lightly with quite a number of people. One user commented by tweeting “What inspired you? This is demonic.” Another user shared that the cakes looked scary and that divorce is not a joke.

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On the flip side, many reactions expressed delight in the cakes with an appreciation for the creative mind behind them. A divorce is usually going to break a person or set someone free. Why not have your friends surprise you with a Divorce cake? Is there ever a bad time for cake?

A most interesting comment shared quoted “You just brought an idea. I am starting a decorations company that will cater only for divorce parties. Then your cakes will have a place to be used.” Whether this user was joking or being serious, one thing remains clear; Divorce cakes have a market. In fact, bakers reading this will probably think of more unorthodox cakes such as R.I.P cakes for celebrate a life well lived at funerals. All in all, there is probably a business opportunity behind any catastrophe.