Kenyan socialite and entrepreneur Vera Sidika has urged restaurants to consider the comfort of plus-sized customers by providing bigger seats. In a recent statement, she emphasized the importance of accommodating all body types, advocating for inclusivity in the hospitality industry.
“Dear restaurants, we need bigger seats… I think it is high time restaurants prioritize thick girls like us so we can have our meals properly. Thick girls’ lives matter,” she stated.
Sidika’s call for change sparked discussions on social media, with many users supporting her stance on body inclusivity. Some echoed her concerns, sharing their own experiences with inadequate seating in public spaces. Others, however, criticized her message, questioning whether businesses should make adjustments based on specific body types.
Sidika’s advocacy for body positivity comes after a controversial past involving cosmetic surgery. In 2022, she claimed to have undergone a butt reduction procedure due to health complications.
“Due to a health risk, I had to undergo surgery. I’m lucky to be alive; God loves me so much,” she shared, alongside photos of her noticeably smaller figure. She encouraged her followers to love themselves and avoid making rash decisions under peer pressure.
Despite her statements, some speculated that the alleged reduction was a publicity stunt. Over the years, Sidika has been open about some of her cosmetic enhancements while denying others.
For a long time, Sidika denied having undergone butt enhancement surgery but admitted to getting breast augmentation. Addressing rumors about her curvy figure, she clarified:
“All parts of me are me, but I bought some parts of me. When you buy it, you own it. My hips and butt are real.”
She revealed that she had her breast augmentation done in Beverly Hills and had dental work completed several years ago. Preferring overseas procedures, she cited credibility and legal protections as key reasons.
“When I want to do a procedure, I prefer going there because the doctors are very legit and certified. In case of anything, you can sue them. It cost me like $60,000.”
As Sidika continues to speak out on body positivity and self-love, her latest call for more inclusive restaurant seating adds another layer to the ongoing conversation about accommodating diverse body sizes in public spaces.
