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Content creator Vincent Mboya has announced that he is looking for a Kiswahili tutor.
The controversial YouTuber expressed concern that he is starting to forget Kiswahili after relocating to Canada nine months ago.
Why did Vincent Mboya forget Kiswahili fast?
In a video shared online, Mboya explained that moving to Toronto has greatly diminished his opportunities to speak Kiswahili.
He noted that his daily communication is now mainly in English, Spanish, and French, which has contributed to his struggle with maintaining proficiency in Kiswahili.
This lack of practice has caused Mboya to worry about losing his grasp on Kiswahili. He is seeking help from anyone who can assist him in relearning the language and has urged people to reach out via social media.
“It has been nine months since I moved to Toronto, and I’ve started forgetting Kiswahili. Here, I mainly speak English, Spanish, and French, and I can’t remember the last time I spoke Kiswahili. I’m becoming concerned because I’m losing touch with my native language. If you can help me, please DM me on Instagram or TikTok,” Mboya appealed.
Did Vincent Mboya participate in protests against finance bill?
In June, Vincent Mboya made headlines when he took to social media to share photos of his protest against the Finance Bill 2024.
The YouTuber posted images showing himself kneeling in Canadian streets while holding a placard that read, “Reject Finance Bill 2024.” In an exclusive interview with UPEPO.co.ke, Mboya revealed that he staged the protest alone, explaining that many fellow Kenyans in Canada were reluctant to join him due to fears of deportation.
Mboya’s decision to protest from abroad stemmed from his frustration with what he perceives as the growing greed among Kenyan leaders.
He expressed his discontent with the current administration, claiming that since the president assumed office in 2022, there has been an increasing misuse of taxpayers’ money.
According to Mboya, the president’s frequent travels, funded by public funds, illustrate a disregard for the concerns of ordinary Kenyans, who feel powerless to effect change.
Despite his solitary protest, Mboya’s actions were driven by a deep sense of civic duty and a desire to hold leaders accountable.
He asserted that the lack of support from other Kenyan expatriates was not due to a lack of concern but rather a fear of potential repercussions, including deportation.
Mboya’s demonstration highlights the challenges faced by diaspora communities in addressing issues back home and reflects his commitment to advocating for reforms despite being far from his homeland.
