Nairobi County Environment Chief Officer Geoffrey Mosiria has spoken out strongly against the leaking of private videos involving women, describing the act as a gross betrayal of trust and a serious moral failing. In a passionate online address, Mosiria called for those responsible to face the full force of the law.
Outrage Over Viral “Mama Mboga” Video
His remarks came after an explicit video of a woman described as a “mama mboga” (vegetable seller) circulated widely on social media. Mosiria expressed deep outrage over the humiliation the woman faced and urged men to stop sharing private moments after relationships end. “Please, let’s not do this to our women. Why share such videos exposing her when she trusted you and shared them in secrecy?” he said.
Condemning Betrayal and Emotional Harm
Mosiria confirmed that he had seen the viral video, noting that the woman appeared to be a mature adult, possibly a mother and wife. He criticized those mocking or blaming her, emphasizing that the real wrongdoer is the man who leaked the footage. He further warned that such actions can inflict lasting psychological harm, sometimes leading victims to depression or suicide. “These acts destroy lives, families, and reputations. Privacy is sacred,” Mosiria stated.
“Digital Environmental Pollution” and Cyber Exploitation
The Chief Officer described the incident as part of a broader issue of digital exploitation and termed it a form of “digital environmental pollution.” He revealed that many women—and some men—live in fear of exposure through leaked intimate content or blackmail attempts. Mosiria urged stronger efforts to eliminate such exploitation, likening it to a moral and social contamination of the online space.
Calls for Legal Action and Accountability
Mosiria called for urgent legal intervention, urging the victim to report the matter to the authorities so that the perpetrator could be charged under Kenya’s cybercrime laws. He also appealed to the police cybercrime unit to pursue those circulating the explicit material. “This is a criminal act, and it must be treated as such,” he asserted.
Appeal Against Victim-Blaming
The county official also condemned the culture of victim-blaming that often follows such incidents, saying society must show compassion rather than ridicule. “The real shame lies with the person who violated trust, not with the victim,” he said. Mosiria encouraged Kenyans to support those affected and to refrain from sharing explicit content online.
Empathy, Justice, and Change
In his closing remarks, Mosiria urged those who had shared or reposted the video to apologize to the woman and delete any copies. He emphasized that ending this “digital betrayal culture” requires empathy, accountability, and firm law enforcement. “Let’s protect dignity, not destroy it,” he concluded.
