In shedding light on Nairobi’s dynamic social landscape, Diana Kemunto aims to offer Kenyans a clearer understanding, a task she believes Sauti Sol’s ‘Nairobi’ song didn’t fully accomplish.
In an interview with Kenya Online Media (KOM), Kemunto, dubbed a ‘City Girl’ and emerging influencer, discussed the aftermath of her viral confessions, which delved into the sensitive topic of individuals unknowingly transmitting HIV/AIDS.
Kemunto admitted that the overwhelming response took a toll on her mental well-being, as she grappled with both internal turmoil and online backlash from netizens misinterpreting her intentions.
She emphasized that the confessions she shared were not her own but rather anonymous stories she reposted, urging people to seek understanding before passing judgment.
Despite facing relentless criticism and derogatory remarks, Kemunto urged youths to prioritize their health in sexual encounters, advocating for the use of protection or abstinence from risky behaviors.
She characterized ‘City Girls’ as young women immersed in the party lifestyle, pursuing financial gain through various means, including relationships with older, affluent men, commonly referred to as ‘wababa.’
Kemunto, who claims to have helped initiate this lifestyle trend, advised women to leverage it wisely for personal development and a prosperous future.