Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has issued a strong warning to Kenyan youth regarding their use of social media, saying it could impact their chances of securing visas or employment opportunities.
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Be Responsible Online, Mudavadi Warns
Speaking during a public event on Saturday, June 7, 2025, in Vihiga County, Mudavadi emphasized that reckless and irresponsible social media activity could prevent youth from traveling abroad or landing jobs.
“I am telling the youth to be more reasonable and very careful about how they engage on social media. When you want to travel, your track record will be monitored, especially when applying for visas,” Mudavadi said.
He further warned that governments like the United States are developing systems to track an applicant’s online behavior before issuing visas. “Soon, your track record on social media engagements will play a critical role,” he added.
Even Employers Are Watching
The Prime CS noted that potential employers are also evaluating candidates’ social media behavior as part of the recruitment process.
“Don’t be surprised that even employers are now looking at your social media behavioral activities within the digital space. Be very careful not to shoot yourself in the foot,” Mudavadi advised.
Upholding Kenya’s Global Image
Mudavadi also urged young people not to undermine the reputation of Kenya’s hardworking and disciplined youth, who serve as positive role models globally.
Calls for Regulation of Social Media
His remarks come amid growing calls from lawmakers to regulate the digital space. During the National Prayer Breakfast held on May 27, Dagoretti North MP Beatrice Elachi prayed for divine intervention against the “evil spirit” she said had infiltrated social media.
“Father, we pray that this social media has decided to run our country. That spirit, our Father in heaven, we want to confess as the legislature that indeed we must sort out that sector,” Elachi prayed.
With such concerns being raised by both religious and political leaders, it appears Kenya may be heading toward stricter controls on social media usage.
As social media continues to influence critical areas like travel and employment, Kenyan youth are being urged to remain mindful, respectful, and intentional in their online engagements.
