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Socialite and entrepreneur Huddah Monroe has recently voiced her disillusionment with the state of Kenyan celebrity activism on social media. In a candid Instagram post, Monroe expressed shock and disappointment over the apparent shift in focus among many Kenyan celebrities, who, according to her, have abandoned calls for justice in favor of showcasing their personal luxuries.
Huddah’s Reaction to Celebrity Behavior
Huddah Monroe’s remarks were sparked by a post from Instagram user Bravin Yuri, who criticized celebrities for their perceived lack of engagement in addressing critical social issues. Bravin Yuri highlighted a disturbing trend where celebrities, instead of using their platforms to address injustices or support movements for change, have been more focused on flaunting their wealth and luxury lifestyles.
“It cannot be that people are being found murdered, some missing, and you people are on social media instead of calling out the government,” Bravin Yuri wrote. He questioned the empathy of celebrities who have shifted their content from social issues to showcasing their mansions and new cars, suggesting that this shift reflects a lack of genuine concern for the suffering and struggles of ordinary Kenyans. “Are you people even empathetic? Your fans have lost friends, loved ones, etc., and instead of pushing more for justice, it’s like you moved on,” he continued.
Bravin Yuri further criticized the superficial nature of some celebrities’ involvement in social movements, arguing that many only participated in protests for publicity or to avoid being canceled rather than from a place of true commitment. He lamented the absence of posts about missing persons and the dire state of the nation, emphasizing that genuine activism should not be overshadowed by personal gains and social media antics. “It’s even sad that they are not posting photos of the missing Kenyans. It can’t be business as usual when this country has not been liberated from people who are hell-bent on impoverishing Kenyans and auctioning the country to foreign powers,” he wrote. He warned that the focus on personal luxuries would be futile if corruption and mismanagement continued to undermine the country’s progress.
Huddah’s Personal Reflection
In response to Bravin Yuri’s post, Huddah Monroe shared her own feelings of betrayal and disappointment. She revealed that she was taken aback by the noticeable absence of posts and activism from celebrities who had previously been vocal about social justice issues. “Myself I was shocked. No one was posting anymore,” she wrote on Instagram, reflecting her dismay over the shift in priorities among her peers.
Huddah also revealed a personal connection to her patriotism through a tattoo, which she described as a symbol of her national pride. She admitted feeling embarrassed about this tattoo in light of the current state of celebrity engagement with national issues. “I had drawn a Kenyan tattoo, I’m embarrassed, to say the least,” she confessed. This admission underscores her frustration and sense of disillusionment with the current state of celebrity activism.
Public Reaction
Huddah Monroe’s critique has resonated with a section of the public who feel similarly disillusioned by the perceived superficiality of celebrity involvement in social issues. Supporters of Huddah’s perspective argue that it is crucial for public figures to use their platforms for meaningful advocacy rather than focusing solely on personal branding and luxury displays.
