Popular Kenyan media personality, Kamene Goro, has sparked controversy with a viral video showing her washing omena, a staple fish in Kenyan cuisine, with soap before cooking. Although Goro’s intention may have been to challenge negative stereotypes about omena, her unorthodox method has ignited a heated debate among Kenyans.
The video clip of Goro washing omena with soap quickly spread across social media platforms, provoking anger within various communities. Viewers were outraged and disbelieving, perceiving this unconventional approach as unnecessary, potentially harmful, and shameless.
The use of soap on a food item raised concerns about potential health risks associated with consuming soap residues, and it was also seen as an attack on communities that hold omena in high regard as a dietary staple.
It is worth noting that Goro’s actions were captured during a video recording session, seemingly aimed at gaining views and attention, with her newly married husband and former co-host at Kiss 100 FM, Oga Obinna, present.
