To many Kenyans, the benefits of digital activism outweigh the risks especially where official complaint channels are often slow, unresponsive or opaque.
The driver, Patrick Muthami, describes the TikToker as visibly intoxicated and rowdy, claiming she grabbed his shirt, which forced him to stop the car and terminate the trip shortly before her death.
TikTok removed 592,037 videos in Kenya in April–June 2025, 92.9% before any views and 96.3% within 24 hours, amid a global sweep that took down over 189 million posts.
Platforms like TikTok have amplified this trend by rewarding visually captivating videos with wider reach, making it more tempting for creators to turn their announcements into viral moments.
Instagram’s new Reposts feature lets you share public posts and Reels from others straight into your feed, crediting the original creator while sparking fresh engagement across your network.
Unlock the essentials for Kenyan publishers to expand their TikTok reach through consistent posting, creative experimentation and community-focused strategies, without revealing every detail.
Otto Edward Musembi Nthenge, in his 70s, has defied generational expectations by becoming a viral sensation on Instagram and TikTok, where clips of him listening to new age music and critiquing them in sheng have earned him hundreds of thousands of views and shares. A former senatorial candidate, he now leads the Kinanie tree nursery, blending environmental activism with digital storytelling.
A Kenyan TikTok creator says he was left out of pocket after sheltering an American stranded in Nairobi, alleging the guest broke a verbal agreement to cover living expenses and vanished before repaying him.
In a Q&A with fans on July 8, 2025, TikTok content creator Faustine Lipuku, known as Baba Talisha, disclosed that he has not formally married his partner, Miss Wanjey, because of a vow he made to his late wife, Milka.
A viral cooking video by Dennis Ombachi and U.S. TikTok star Dylan Page has put Ayam Cemani, the world’s rarest black chicken, in the spotlight. But what does it actually taste like?
This tactic works especially well on Instagram Stories or WhatsApp status, where content disappears within 24 hours. It creates a fleeting glimpse that keeps people guessing.
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