In a surprising turn of events, internet personality and controversial vlogger Andrew Kibe has reversed his earlier position on the Occupy Parliament protests, admitting that he underestimated the burgeoning movement.
Kibe, known for his outspoken views, shared a heartfelt video on his social media platforms, where he confessed that fear of systemic repercussions had initially held him back from supporting the protests.
“The Gen Z have opened my eyes, honestly. I was lost and now I’m found. At the beginning of this thing, I was very skeptical because I was afraid. I’m afraid of being taken out, I’m afraid of anything,”
Kibe admitted in his candid video.
“I didn’t see this movement taking hold that fast, but I want to assure the Gen Z and everybody else taking part that now I’m 100% behind the movement. Hata kama hamnitaki, niko ndani,”
On a past encounter with law enforcement during the COVID-19 restrictions, Kibe recounted his fear of police harassment as a reason for his initial reluctance to join the protests.
“Robert Alai called me to a restaurant and told me to calm down. He told me to shut up. But I asked him, ‘So, if I shut up, who will fight for us’?” he said, highlighting his frustration with the lack of action from his generation.
Kibe praised Gen Z for their bravery and determination in standing up against the system, contrasting their activism with the passivity of his own generation.
“If you look at my generation, hakuna kitu tulifanya, tulinyamaza na ulikuwa unajaribu kubonga unaokotwa,” he lamented, noting that his generation had largely remained silent in the face of governmental challenges.
As more demonstrations are planned for Tuesday, Kibe has committed to joining the frontlines, applauding the younger generation for their relentless spirit.
“That is why I commend Gen Z because you have taken the bull by its horns. Akina William Ruto na kina Kipchumba Murkomen were fighting the system, but now they have become the system. I am not part of that system; I am with Gen Z. I am with you 100%. I am going to be on the frontlines, kama mbaya mbaya,”
