EP 32: The Return Of Donald Trump At The White House
By Viral Tea Ke
Welcome to another weekly episode of Spill The Tea, in which we're surrounded by Kenyans who celebrated Donald Trump's win in the 2024 US Presidential elections.
However, his regime will have some serious repercussions, some of which aim to make entry to the US more difficult.
Plus, Equatorial Guinea was unknown to the whole of Africa, until...
On Episode 32:
Donald Trump Is Back [US 2024 ELECTION HIGHLIGHTS]
Donald John Trump, a former President and Republican candidate, won the 2024 presidential elections, beating Vice President Kamala Harris and staging a historic comeback after losing the controversial 2020 elections.
Trump's win was all but confirmed after he captured the swing state of Wisconsin, which effectively put him above the required 270-vote threshold, as first called by the Associated Press (AP).
The US elections, which began officially on Tuesday, November 5, had their results tabulated speedily. Trump by the time AP had called his victory amassed 277 votes compared to Harris' 224. As of now, Trump amassed 295 votes compared to Kamala's 226.
Key Highlights
This will also be President Trump’s last term, as he is constitutionally limited to two four-year terms. He becomes the second president in US history to serve non-consecutive terms after President Grover Cleveland’s (1885 – 1889) and (1893 – 1897) wins.
How Trump's Party Secured Victory
The Republican Party was poised to win a majority in the Senate run after four years of being unable to control the House. The Democrats needed to defend more than 20 seats in the House to maintain their strength in the Senate. Controlling the House meant a lot for both parties as it is the power to legislate or veto key policies.
Aside from the swing States, Trump also emerged victorious in most of the American South – winning Arkansas, Alabama, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, Texas, Tennessee, South Carolina, and Oklahoma. He also clinched the Dakotas (North and South), Iowa, Ohio, Nebraska, Utah, and Kentucky among others.
Outgoing Vice President Kamala Harris won in states like California, Hawaii, New Hampshire, New Mexico, Oregon, Washington, Colorado, the District of Columbia, New York, Vermont, Maryland, Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Rhode Island, Delaware, and Illinois. President-elect Donald Trump will be deputised by Vice President J.D Vance, who is currently serving as a Senator for Ohio.
By The Numbers
As reported by TIME magazine, Trump carried North Carolina, flipped?Georgia back to his column, and smashed through the Blue Wall.?His campaign outperformed its goal of turning out men and holding women.
Exit polls showed Trump winning large numbers of Latino men in key battleground states, improving his numbers with that group in Pennsylvania?from 27% to 42%.
Nationally, Trump's support among Latino men leapt from 36% to 54%. Trump also increased his share of voters without a college degree, gained ground with Black voters in Pennsylvania and Wisconsin, and held steady nationally with white women, shocking Democrats who had expected a post-Dobbs?uprising.
Among first-time voters, Trump boosted his support from 32% four years ago to a 54% majority. His Democratic rival Kamala Harris has not yet conceded and is expected to speak later in the day.
Trump Speaks
Trump who spoke in Florida on Wednesday morning, November 6, thanked the Americans for taking to the ballot to elect him as president.
"I want to thank the American people for the extraordinary honour of being elected your 47th president and your 45th president," Trump remarked.
He added," This was, I believe, one of the greatest political movements of all time and now it’s going to reach a new level of importance because we’re going to help our country heal. Our country needs to help, we are going to fix our borders and fix everything about our country."?
What Kenyan Leaders Thought Of Trump's Victory
The race for the top seat was always going to be a battle between Republican Trump and Harris - a Democrat who also enjoyed commendable support in a race that looked like it would go down to the wire.
In Kenya, political leaders monitored the polls with meticulous precision, knowing very well the implications for Kenya whoever wins the poll. We take a look at what they said below:
President William Ruto
Your Excellency President Donald J. Trump,
On behalf of the Government and the people of the Republic of Kenya and on my own behalf, I convey to Your Excellency, my warmest congratulations on your election as the 47th President of the United States of America.
Your victory is a testament to the firm resolve of the American people to repose confidence in your visionary, bold and innovative leadership. As you embark on this phase of your journey of leadership, Kenya stands ready to further enhance our cooperation on matters of mutual interest including trade, investment, technology & innovation, peace and security, and sustainable development.
Kenya values its longstanding partnership with the United States spanning over sixty years grounded in our shared values of democracy, development and mutual respect. We look forward to deepening our collaboration under your leadership as we work together to address global challenges, promote peace and security and foster inclusive economic growth for the benefit of our people.
Congratulations once again Mr. President-Elect, and may your tenure bring continued progress and unity to the United States of America and strengthen the bonds between our two great nations.
Rigathi Gachagua
The former Deputy President termed Trump's victory a 'comeback', which would make for hilarious reading given that he was impeached not too long ago by Parliament as the second in command.
"Congratulations President Donald Trump, for one of the greatest political come-backs of our generation. Your victory is clear proof that resilience and a never-say-die attitude will always TRUMP obstacles on the path to your destiny. God Bless You. God Bless America," he wrote.
Ndindi Nyoro
The Kiharu MP is a strong affiliate of President William Ruto's regime and has been touted as a potential future Deputy President. Nyoro has been a Trump supporter and he took to his social media to lead in the early congratulatory messages for the Republican.
"Congratulations President Donald Trump, the 45th and 47th. Republican policies have always been better for Africa and the Global South. The Global Economy will definitely be better with imminent monetary easing under Trump," Nyoro said, adding?"Hongera USA. We are African and Africa is our Business."
Kalonzo Musyoka
The Wiper Party leader also congratulated Donald Trump, whose victory is a matter of 'when', not 'if'.?Kalonzo, who is angling towards becoming a self-styled opposition leader in Kenya, congratulated Trump, with a message to Kenya's electoral body IEBC.
"I extend my congratulations to President-Elect Donald Trump on your election as 47th President of the United States of America," Kalonzo's statement read.
"Americans have placed their trust in your ideas and leadership, as evidenced by the outcomes of the electoral college and popular vote. Over 150 million Americans voted in the historic November 5 election, and their votes were counted, tallied and announced in less than 24 hours. I believe Kenya, and in particular the IEBC can learn from the United States about how to conduct a free, fair, and credible election. I wish you every success and look forward to working with you."
Esther Passaris
The Nairobi Woman representative is a strong advocate for women's leadership and has publicly thrown her weight behind Kamala Harris. When the election process began on Tuesday, Passaris took to her social media to declare her support, saying: ?"Our prayers are with Kamala Harris for running one of the most vibrant issue-based campaigns ever. It’s just a matter of hour. Godspeed from the Continent of Africa."
Babu Owino
The Embakasi East Member of Parliament has declared not once but multiple times that he eventually wishes to run for Presidency in Kenya.?On Wednesday, Babu congratulated Trump for an early victory, while also aiming a dig at an unnamed political rival.
"Congratulations to Donald Trump for winning US elections. This is how I will beat my unworthy opponent in 2027," the outspoken ODM legislator said on X.
Anne Waiguru
The Kirinyaga County Governor congratulated Donald Trump through her social media whilst also hailing Kamala Harris for being a worthy candidate in the Presidential polls.
"Congratulations President Donald Trump on your election as the 47th President of the United States. I wish you success as you lead the nation forward," Waiguru wrote, adding "To Vice President Kamala Harris, you ran an impressive campaign and fought the good fight. Your strength and resilience inspire women worldwide—you’ve made history and continue to blaze trails for future generations. Wishing America unity, progress, and all the best in the years ahead."
Mike Sonko
Mike Sonko, the former Nairobi governor, was also full of praise for Donald Trump, hailing the Republican as a candidate who overcame odds to win a second US Presidential election.
"Congratulations once again to the President who had faced impeachment and emerged victorious, Donald Trump," Sonko posted, adding that Kamala would "live to fight another day."
Oscar Sudi
Another ally of President Ruto, the Kapseret Constituency Member of Parliament took to his social media to congratulate Trump, albeit with a sly dig at his political adversaries.
"Congratulations, President Donald Trump, on your resounding victory. A leader like me prefers actions over words, not just grandiose speeches filled with empty rhetoric," the outspoken lawmaker, who led calls to impeach former Kenyan Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, said.
Irungu Kang'ata
The Murang'a senator shared a short concise statement on the state of the US polls, saying "It was obvious Donald Trump would win."
Ababu Namwamba
The former Sports Cabinet Secretary also emphatically congratulated Trump on victory on Wednesday, saying?"Congratulations President-elect Donald John Trump, the 45th and 47th. Stunning typhoon, this triumph! May the world know peace, shared prosperity, and moral values."
Samson Cherargei
The Nandi County Senator took a different approach while tipping Donald Trump to win the US elections, appearing to claim that Kenya would be directly affected by the Republicans' win amid the country's ties with Joe Biden and Kamala Harris' administration.
"Donald J Trump is becoming the 47th President of the United States of America. Trump had 277 Electoral votes against Harris's 226 electoral votes. As Republicans take control of the Senate in the USA. A major shift on the foreign policy especially to the African continent," the Senator remarked online.
Rise Of Kenyan-American Huldah Momanyi Hiltsley
Kenya's popularity was one way or another going to show up in the polls, and it did! Kenyan-American Huldah Momanyi Hiltsley made history in the United States after clinching victory in the 2024 elections in the race for the House of Representatives seat in Minnesota.
Hiltsley, who was vying as a Democrat, became the first state legislator of Kenyan heritage after defeating her rival, Republican candidate Brad Olson, in the race for Minnesota House District 38A.
She secured 65% of the vote, with Olson only accruing 35% in a race expected to be closely contested but decided on Wednesday, November 6.
“It doesn’t feel real,” she told?CCX News.??“I don’t think I was expecting to do that well. 65 [per cent], that’s a big margin, right? That just goes to show you the work that my team has put into this race.”
The seat was previously held by DFLer Mike Nelson of Brooklyn Park, who recently retired from political office. With her election victory, Hiltsley is the first Kenyan American to hold a seat in the Minnesota House of Representatives and will represent Southwestern Brooklyn Park and Osseo.
“That is history in the making,” she was quoted by?CCX News. “Not only the first Kenyan American in the Minnesota Legislature but the first Kenyan-born in the whole entire U.S. to be elected into office.”
Huldah Momanyi Profile
Huldah was born in Nyamira County in 1985 to Philip and Tabitha Momanyi. They moved to the US nine years later where they settled in Minnesota. She attained three Bachelor of Arts (B.A) degrees in International Business, Reconciliation Studies and International Relations from Bethel University, Minnesota between 2007 and 2011.
Momanyi also holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Global Management from the same University. Her career began in 2010 when she was appointed as the Executive Director for Intercultural Programs at Bethel University.
Huldah Hiltsley career
She then worked as the International Programs Coordinator at Hope for the City, a Non-governmental Organization (NGO) located in St Louis, Minnesota in 2011 before returning to Bethel in May 2013 to assume the role of Multicultural Admissions Counselor and Community Relations Associate.
Huldah later joined the Federal Emergency Management Agency?(FEMA) of the?U.S. Department of Homeland Security as an applicant Services Program Specialist.
The new Minnesota House representative has also held different roles at Dexcom and Nuvasive before joining?Boston Scientific as a?Privacy Operations Manager in 2023, a role she had been holding before her election.
Previously, she served as the president of Mwanyagetinge, an organization supporting Kenyans in Minnesota, and has received accolades such as the Morrill Hall and Rachel Tilsen Social Justice Award for her commitment to social justice.
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Huldah is also the founder of SaniNaps, an NGO aimed at providing sanitary napkins and school supplies to girls in rural Kenya, addressing critical needs for education and health among young women.
Political career
The Minnesota House representative-elect’s political ambition is driven by a desire to represent minority communities and address systemic issues that affect them.
She emphasizes the importance of diversity and inclusion within political representation, having recognized a lack of elected leaders from minority backgrounds during her advocacy efforts. Her campaign focused on key issues such as safety, equitable housing, and accessible healthcare for families.
In addition, her rise to her current electoral seat kickstarted earlier this year when she won an August primary, narrowly defeating former Brooklyn Park City Council Member Wynfred Russell by a 50-vote margin.
Hiltsley is married to Bart Hiltsley, an American citizen whom they have a daughter named Jaydah Rae.
During her interview with Voice of America before the election, Hiltsley said that she was sonly 9 when her family relocated to the US, adding that she still keeps in touch with Kenyan politics though her issue is the style of Kenyan politics, where money talks and influences the outcome.
"I do pay attention to how Kenyan politics are run. The biggest difference between running in the US and Kenya is how the candidates approach the voters. Kenya, we know how it is, it's a matter of unfortunately buying votes, and that's something that Kenya has to work on and address,” she said during the interview.
She explained that her father moved to the US as a student in the early 80s, which was no walk in the park as he was almost deported. “For 11 years, he fought within our challenging immigration system, eventually facing imminent deportation. With only 48 hours remaining, a coalition of churches petitioned Senator Paul Wellstone who stepped in and lobbied on my family’s behalf. At the last moment, the court overturned the deportation order,” she wrote.
In Kenya, Minnesota is a common state among citizens, mostly among the Kisii community, who are known for preferring to move to the state whenever they get the opportunity.
Kenyans Shunning Away US After Trump Win?
With Trump's election, Kenyan communities will likely look at Trump's second tenure with a sense of anxiety, especially those seeking to live, work and study in the US.
Trump is expected to mobilize agencies across the U.S. government to help him deport record numbers of immigrants, building on efforts in his first term to tap all available resources and pressure so-called "sanctuary" jurisdictions to cooperate, according to six former Trump officials and allies.
Even though Kenyans online supported Trump in their numbers over Harris, there are now concerns that Trump's immigration policy could lock out Kenyans seeking opportunities in America at a time when most superpower countries are imposing restrictions to cut down on the influx of new immigrants.
Why It Matters
If elected president, Donald Trump’s immigration plans could mean international students choose other countries, and many aspiring immigrants will find themselves out of luck. With analysis of Trump’s first term and his expected advisers’ plans in a possible second term indicates that new policies will have a profound effect on employers, students and high-skilled professionals.
During his first term, Trump's administration was dominated by a string of hardline immigration policies. These included withdrawing from the Paris Climate Accord, imposing a travel ban on citizens from several Muslim-majority nations, and raising import tariffs.
He made some headway on campaign promises like building a wall along the US-Mexico border and having Mexico foot the bill, but these ultimately fell short. While some of these policies were challenged in court or met with resistance from government officials, Trump’s proposed plans for his second term paint a more extreme picture, leaving many worried about the future of US immigration.
Key Concern
For starters, Trump's policies may include restricting Optional Practical Training (OPT) for international students and measures that cause individuals to wait years for employment-based green cards to leave the United States.
Using the federal government to limit or reduce the labour supply was the operating principle behind many of the Trump administration’s first-term immigration restrictions. Based on the “lump of labour fallacy,” which assumes (economists say incorrectly) that new workers must compete for a fixed number of available jobs, the Trump administration?blocked the entry?of immigrants and visa holders during the Covid-19 pandemic, put new immigration obstacles in the path of foreign-born scientists and engineers and enacted other policies.
The Trump administration placed on the regulatory agenda a rule to restrict Optional Practical Training, which allows international students to gain experience by working in their field for 12 months. The Barack Obama administration however issued a rule that permitted students in science, technology, engineering and math fields to extend OPT for an additional 24 months.
The rule was needed due to legal challenges after the George W. Bush administration introduced?Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Optional Practical Training (STEM OPT). Bush officials hoped STEM OPT would help the United States attract international students and give employers and students additional opportunities to gain H-1B status in the annual lottery.
Under the second Trump administration, this restriction could be revived after it failed to take off during the first Trump administration, a significant worry for Kenyan students seeking to leverage OPT to gain a foothold in the US job market.
Deportation
Another drastic plan by Trump is his proposal to initiate the "largest domestic deportation operation in American history" which should send shivers down the spines of Kenyan immigrants.
Trump backers - including some who could enter his second administration - anticipate the Republican president-elect will call on everyone from the U.S. military to diplomats overseas to turn his campaign promise of mass deportations into a reality. The effort would include cooperation with Republican-led states and use federal funding as leverage against resistant jurisdictions.
Trump recaptured the White House vowing a vast immigration crackdown. The centrepiece of his reelection bid was a promise to deport record numbers of immigrants, an operation Trump’s running mate JD Vance estimated could remove 1 million people per year.
Immigrant advocates warn that Trump’s deportation effort would be costly, divisive and inhumane, leading to family separations and devastating communities. Such an aggressive measure, which also could see the authorization of?Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids on workplaces, could create a toxic environment for all immigrants, regardless of their legal status, making the US a less attractive destination for Kenyans seeking opportunities abroad.
Making matters even worse is Trump's goal to end birthright citizenship for children born to undocumented parents, a policy which would require at least one parent to be a US citizen or lawful permanent resident for their child to gain automatic citizenship, which could significantly impact Kenyan families hoping to secure a future for their children in the US.?
Currently, children born in the US to Kenyan parents on visas like the H-1B, which allows trained foreign workers to temporarily reside in the US, are automatically granted citizenship. With this potential change, the future for children of Kenyans working in the US becomes uncertain.
Kenyans already face an extremely difficult challenge in terms of securing US visas, especially the coveted Green Cards that grant permanent residency.?The current system, with its annual cap of 140,000 employment-based green cards and a per-country limit of 7 per cent, has resulted in a massive backlog, especially for Kenyan applicants.?
If Trump's aim to restrict both legal and irregular immigration materialises, these backlogs are likely to worsen, pushing the American dream further out of reach for many Kenyans and killing the dreams of Kenyans eyeing the US for a better life for themselves.
Harder To Get In
Another possible hurdle for Kenyans is the burden of OPT with requirements that make it untenable for students and employers. That was the model with H-1B visas.
The Trump administration enacted measures that raised denial rates, costs and uncertainty until judges ruled the policies unlawful, forcing a legal settlement. Trump officials also published an H-1B rule that would have made the category unusable for many employers.
A court blocked the rule on procedural grounds, but the possibility of their return or the introduction of new restrictions in the second Trump regime could significantly impact Kenyan students' chances of securing long-term employment in the US.
Additionally, Trump's proposed policies could also have unintended consequences for Kenyan professionals already working in the US on H-1B visas and waiting in the green card backlog. One proposed policy involves raising the minimum wage requirements for H-1B visa holders and employment-based immigrants, potentially pricing them out of the job market.
Another potential issue is the possible curtailment of work authorization for spouses of H-1B visa holders. This policy, if implemented, would make it much harder for families to remain in the US while waiting for their green card applications to be processed.
So, What Next?
While the incoming Trump administration could benefit from the experience gained during his first term, it could again encounter resistance from ideologically opposed government employees, including officers who screen migrants for asylum. For instance, the?American Civil Liberties Union and immigrant advocacy groups have been preparing for court battles if Trump again tests the bounds of his legal authority.
Lee Gelernt, an ACLU attorney who led the fight against Trump’s contentious family separation policy, said more than 15 lawyers focused on immigration with the organization’s national office spent the year preparing for the possibility of a Trump return. “We need to be coordinated and have more resources, because I think they will come in much more prepared,” Gelernt was quoted by?Reuters. The State Department in particular could be one place where Trump acts more aggressively than during his first term, according to several Trump backers.
Another key factor will be whether other countries will accept their citizens, an issue Trump faced with limited success during his first term. The Trump administration also struggled at times to convince other nations in the region - including Mexico - to take steps to stop migrants from moving toward the U.S.-Mexico border.
The second Trump administration should be prepared to face resistance from other countries, including Kenya, which might tighten immigration policies on US citizens in retaliation to Trump's aggressive policies, a matter which could put the 60-year-old relations between Kenya and the US at risk.
Immigration attorneys also worry about new restrictions that affect international students should Trump become president, not the implementation of expansive policies.?“My biggest concerns are about discouraging international students and scholars from coming to the United States,” said Dan Berger of Green & Spiegel. “During the last Trump administration, the visa process got harder, with processing times going up, longer security checks and many more questions.” He pointed to the “Muslim ban,” policies during Covid-19 and other measures that created uncertainty and had “a chilling effect on attracting international talent.”
Baltasar Engonga & 400 Women
Absolutely nobody knew that a Baltasar Ebang Engonga existed. The only time we heard of Equatorial Guinea was during our Social Studies classes in primary school. All that changed on Monday, November 4.
That evening, the internet space of the WHOLE African continent was set alight when scores of explicit videos leaked on social media showing the Director of Equatorial Guinea’s National Financial Investigation Agency (ANIF) engaging in sexual intercourse with...wait for it...400 WOMEN!
How It Began
Computers and telephones of the man known for his good looks nicknamed ‘Bello’, were seized during an investigation into accusations of embezzlement of public funds.
Vice President Teodoro Nguema Obiang Mangue – aka Teodorín – quickly took matters into his own hands. He launched an investigation and publicised the scandal on social media in order to manage the political fallout and, no doubt, to use it towards his own advantage.
Reports suggest that over 460 videos were retrieved as authorities investigated him in the case. However, Engoga’s escapades are so widespread that he had affairs with, not just any women, but the wives of ministers, the president’s sister, the daughter of the police chief, the attorney general’s wife, and spouses of other prominent personalities.
Engonga’s office was the site of some of the encounters; one scene purportedly showed him having intercourse next to the flag of the country. In addition, he had sex with his brother’s wife, the pastor’s wife, his uncle’s pregnant wife, his cousin, and many others related to him. Evidence from these tapes is expected to play a crucial role in ongoing investigations and any resulting legal proceedings.
Unfortunately, one of the women in the Equatorial Guinea sex scandal allegedly committed suicide after seeing her trending videos online.
Who Is He?
Born in 1970, Engonga has built a career as an economist and public servant. He is the son of Baltasar Engonga Edjoo, a notable figure who serves as the president of the Economic and Monetary Community of Central Africa (CEMAC).
He pursued his education in economics and finance, earning a degree from the University of Malabo. This family connection has positioned him within influential circles in Equatorial Guinea.
Career at ANIF
Engonga assumed leadership at ANIF, where he was tasked with overseeing financial investigations and implementing anti-corruption measures. His role was vital in addressing issues of graft and mismanagement within the government, contributing to the broader agenda of improving transparency and accountability in public service.
Personal Life
Engonga is married and has six children. His family life has come under strain due to the scandal, which has not only impacted his professional reputation but also raised questions about personal integrity within high-ranking government positions in Equatorial Guinea.
Baltasar Ebang Engonga's career trajectory has taken a dramatic turn from being a key player in Equatorial Guinea's fight against corruption to becoming a central figure in a scandal that highlights issues of ethics and accountability among public officials.
Next Course Of Action
Many questions have yet to be answered about the sex tape scandal involving Engonga, who was already being held in the country’s Black Beach prison over corruption allegations. The circumstances in which the hundreds of intimate amateur videos showing him with more than 400 women, including the wives or other family members of dignitaries based at the capital of Malabo, generals and government ministers, remain unclear.
However, Vice President Teodoro Nguema addressed the matter in a statement condemning any inappropriate conduct within government offices.?“Given the abuse that has been shown on social media in Equatorial Guinea in recent days, and remembering that ministries are solely and exclusively for carrying out administrative work in support of the country’s development, sexual relations in offices are prohibited,” Nguema said.
Equatorial Guinea's chief prosecutor Anatolio Nzang Nguema, assured state television station TVGE that if medical examinations revealed that Engonga was "infected with a sexually transmitted disease" he would be prosecuted for an offence against "public health".
Last week, Vice-President Obiang said “pornographic videos” had been “flooding” social media and ordered telecom companies to curb the spread. Since then, the flow of internet traffic – particularly the downloading of images – has been severely disrupted in the country, people in Equatorial Guinea told the AFP news agency.
Furthermore, a government statement revealed that the measures were agreed upon during emergency meetings with the Supreme Court, attorney general and others, adding that?those appearing in the sex tapes would be suspended, without providing names. Those responsible for securing the buildings in which the videos were allegedly filmed would be reprimanded for failing to do their jobs.
Quick Stat
ViralStat, an online tracker that measures how extremely viral topics trend globally, ranked Baltasar Ebang Engonga's randy videos second most viral topic this week in Africa, after the US elections. The platform showed the terms and phrases related to the sex scandal that broke the internet earlier this week were shared at least 102 million times in Africa across multiple social media platforms, representing 15 per cent of all internet users in the continent.
Apart from Equatorial Guinea, where the scandal broke, ViralStat showed words and phrases linked to the scandal, e.g., Engonga sex scandal, Engonga's videos, Equatorial Guinea sex scandal, etc., went viral more in Kenya than any other African country, with over 4.5 million users interacting with the scandal's phrases within Kenya's social media boundaries, representing 20% of total social media users in the country. The platform showed other countries that engaged most with the scandal including Nigeria, South Africa, and Ghana.
Fact Check: Reacting to the clips, Nairobi Woman Representative Esther Passaris claimed that the videos might have been manipulated using artificial intelligence (AI), one that she made during her address at the Pan-African Parliament in South Africa. However, we established that she based her claims on a post made by a parody account of Engonga on X on the same, which did not represent the actual individual.
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