Political activist and politician Morara Kebaso has spoken candidly about the toll that his political journey has taken on his personal life, admitting that constant online trolling and public attacks left him wounded.
In a reflective statement shared on social media, Kebaso accused his detractors of inflicting deep pain during his time in the political arena, saying their insults undermined not only his reputation but also his integrity.
“If you know you trolled me when I was trying to make a change in this country, you caused me an immeasurable amount of pain and dragged my reputation and integrity through the sewer line. You insulted me with confidence yet you don’t know me in person to testify on what type of man I am,” he wrote.
Kebaso revealed that the criticism he endured during his activism and political campaigns left scars that he is still working to heal from.
“I haven’t healed. But I will,” he noted, emphasizing that while he has taken a back seat in active politics to focus on personal business, the fight for change remains unfinished.
The activist also hinted at the broader consequences of his political setbacks, warning that those who opposed his push for reforms would feel the weight of missed opportunities more than he would.
“The consequences of my failure to make that change will be more painful on you than on me,” he added.
Kebaso’s remarks highlight the growing pressure faced by outspoken activists and politicians in Kenya who rely heavily on digital platforms for political engagement but are also frequent targets of online harassment.