Jesca Mboroh, a female Member of Parliament from Tanzania, has found herself at the center of online controversy after making comments that many Kenyans found offensive. In her statement, Mboroh claimed that Kenyans are struggling with mental health issues—a remark that quickly sparked outrage on social media.
Following the backlash, her phone number was leaked online, leading to a flood of messages from Kenyan Gen Zs. Speaking during a session in the Tanzanian National Assembly, Mboroh revealed that her WhatsApp had been ringing nonstop throughout the night. She said that the messages ranged from greetings to constant insults.
Despite the negative feedback, Mboroh expressed a surprising reaction. She stated that she feels good engaging with Kenyan youths and that she is not bothered by the flood of messages. She emphasized the need for mutual respect between Kenya and Tanzania, urging both nations to address issues in a more orderly and respectful manner.
Jesca Mboroh is not the only Tanzanian MP facing this wave of digital backlash. Reports indicate that the contact details of several other Tanzanian legislators have also been leaked on Twitter, leading to a similar barrage of greetings and messages from Kenyan netizens.
The situation highlights the power of digital activism among Gen Zs and the growing impact of cross-border discourse on social media.
