My Brothers Wanted Me Dead After I Inherited My Father’s Wealth, Man Narrates His Story

Family is supposed to be a place of love, care, and protection. But for many people, the very people they call family can turn into enemies when money and property are involved. 

This is the painful but inspiring story of Richard, a 42-year-old man from Lusaka, Zambia, who faced betrayal from his own brothers after inheriting his late father’s wealth. His journey shows how jealousy can destroy families—but also how one decision can save a life.

Richard grew up in a big family of seven children. His father was a hardworking man who owned several properties, farms, and businesses in Lusaka and Kabwe. 

When his father passed away, the responsibility of managing the wealth fell on Richard, since he was the eldest son and had always worked closely with his father. At first, Richard thought his brothers and sisters would support him, but the reality turned out to be the opposite.

Within a few months, his brothers began showing signs of envy. They accused him of trying to keep the wealth for himself. Meetings that were supposed to be about planning for the family’s future ended in fights and insults. 

Soon, Richard began receiving threats. His own blood brothers wanted him dead, just so they could divide the inheritance. During this difficult time, a close cousin who had gone through a similar family dispute gave him the contact of. Click here.