- ICT Cabinet Secretary William Kabogo has addressed trolling over his fashion and academic background.
- Kenyans online have mocked his outfit and questioned his educational qualifications.
- A viral photo of Kabogo’s outfit sparked widespread online reactions.
- Despite the mockery, Kabogo claimed he is unbothered and is enjoying the attention.
- Jokes and memes about his ICT knowledge, including one about mistaking Chrome for muratina, have circulated widely.
William Kabogo, Kenya’s ICT Cabinet Secretary, has found himself at the center of online trolling. Over the past few days, social media users have been heavily criticizing his fashion choices and questioning his qualifications for his role.
A particular photo of the CS wearing a baggy white shirt, red tie, khaki trousers, striped brown socks, and safari shoes gained viral attention. This image sparked a wave of mockery and humorous commentary, with many questioning whether his dress sense aligns with his leadership role in Kenya’s digital sector.
A Mix of Fashion Criticism and Serious Doubts
The viral image, shared widely on May 10, led to a flood of comments, memes, and online jokes. Some users took the opportunity to question Kabogo’s educational background, expressing doubts about his ability to lead Kenya’s ICT transformation.
A few took the criticism further, saying his attire was inappropriate for a Cabinet Secretary, suggesting it did not reflect the professionalism expected from someone in his position.
Kabogo’s Lighthearted Response to the Criticism
Despite the heavy trolling, Kabogo took a calm and humorous approach to the situation. On May 13, he posted a response on his X account, saying he was not disturbed by the online ridicule. Instead, he suggested that such attention didn’t faze him at all.
His response read: “I am enjoying it, if no one makes such, you need to be very worried,” clearly indicating that the online comments had no serious impact on him.
Jokes About Kabogo’s ICT Skills Go Viral
While the fashion debate continued, many netizens also mocked Kabogo’s supposed lack of ICT knowledge. Memes began circulating, with one particularly humorous exchange imagining Kabogo confusing web browsing with traditional muratina brew.
The meme, which circulated widely, portrayed an imagined conversation in which Kabogo mistakenly believes that using “Chrome” to browse refers to the local drink. The post read: “ICT guy: Ati Bwana CS, unaweza tumia Chrome ku-browse. Kabogo: Apana Chrome, nipewe muratina”.
Public Reaction and Ongoing Trolling
Despite the mockery, it’s clear that Kabogo’s sense of humor and laid-back response have left many amused, even as others continue to joke about his public image. His handling of the situation highlights his resilience to online criticism, even if it continues to dominate conversations across social media platforms.
