Harassment Fears Keep Kenyans Abroad From Returning Home

Concerns about safety and harassment are prompting some Kenyans living abroad to delay or avoid returning home. TikToker tiktok_tea_time_2025, currently residing outside of Kenya, recently shared a video expressing hesitations about returning. In the video, filmed in their kitchen, they stated, "Siwezi rudi Kenya sitaki kunyongwa." This translates to "I can't return to Kenya, I don't want to be harassed." While the video uses a lighthearted tone, it highlights anxieties shared by many Kenyans about the social and political climate. Further investigation is needed to fully understand the extent of these concerns and their impact on Kenyans living abroad.