Controversial pastor Victor Kanyari has once again sparked public debate after delivering a firm and unapologetic message about parental responsibility. In his characteristically bold tone, he declared: “Kile mtu alee ile mbegu amezaa, hakuna mtu alikuja hii dunia kuzalia mtu watoto!”
(“Everyone should raise the seed they brought into this world; no one was born to raise another person’s children.”)
While seemingly simple, Kanyari’s words touch on deep societal issues that many families quietly struggle with but rarely address openly. The statement reflects frustrations around co-parenting, deadbeat parents, blended families, and the increasing number of cases where one parent is left to shoulder the burden alone.
Kanyari’s message taps into a truth that resonates across generations: raising a child requires commitment, responsibility, and emotional presence from both parents. In a society where economic pressures are rising and family structures are evolving, the issue of parental neglect remains a painful reality. Many mothers and fathers find themselves abandoned, forced to raise children alone while the other parent disappears into silence.
His blunt statement, though controversial, challenges a culture of absenteeism that has slowly become normalized. It is a call for accountability — a reminder that bringing a child into the world is not merely a biological act but a lifelong duty.
But Kanyari’s words also provoke debate. Some argue that life is complex, relationships break, circumstances change, and blended families are now a natural part of modern society. Others interpret his statement as a justified criticism of individuals who abandon responsibility and shift the burden onto extended family, relatives, or new partners.
What makes Kanyari’s message powerful is its raw honesty. He speaks to a reality many experience but may be too afraid or embarrassed to voice publicly. Whether one agrees with him fully or not, his words ignite a necessary conversation about the moral, social, and emotional weight of parenting.
Ultimately, Kanyari is pushing society to reflect:
If you bring a life into the world, are you willing to stand by that child — not just financially, but emotionally, spiritually, and consistently?
His statement is a challenge, a rebuke, and a wake-up call rolled into one.
