TAKEAWAYS

• Haffy Powers advised women to leave men who become financially broke during a discussion on Sanyuka TV.
• Sandra Lian argued that financial struggles make men insecure and weaken their leadership at home.
• The remarks have sparked backlash, with many Ugandans accusing the presenters of promoting unhealthy relationship values.

TV presenter Haffy Powers has sparked a heated debate on social media after advising women to leave relationships where a man becomes financially broke.

Speaking during a discussion on Sanyuka TV alongside fellow presenters, Haffy argued that many marriages struggle to survive once a man who was once financially stable loses his ability to provide. According to her, women should not remain in such relationships if the situation appears unlikely to improve.

“I’ve always told my friends and my audience that when a man who once had money becomes broke, that marriage rarely lasts. Women should know when it’s time to leave,” Haffy Powers said.

Her remarks were echoed by co-host Sandra Lian, who argued that financial hardship often affects a man’s confidence and leadership within the home. She said a man who cannot contribute financially may become insecure and struggle to maintain his authority in family matters.

“When a man has nothing to put on the table, he starts feeling insecure. It becomes difficult for him to lead because he feels he has nothing to offer,” Sandra Lian noted.

The discussion has since generated widespread reactions online, with many Ugandans criticizing the presenters for what they described as promoting transactional relationships. Critics argued that marriage is built on commitment through both good and difficult times, and that financial challenges should not automatically signal the end of a relationship.

Others questioned whether public figures should encourage women to leave struggling partners instead of promoting resilience, communication, and mutual support during difficult seasons.

The comments have continued to divide opinion, with some agreeing that financial stability is essential in marriage, while others insist that genuine love should withstand temporary hardships.