A popular Kenyan social media personality known as General Waitish, alias Kababa, has died, triggering an outpouring of grief from his followers on X, who described him as a passionate and principled voice for the youth.
Kababa had built a following on X by speaking candidly on political and social issues, particularly those affecting young Kenyans. His sudden passing has left many of his online community in shock.
Kababa’s last words to Kenyan youth
His final post, which has since circulated widely, delivered a pointed message about the dangers of tribal politics.
“Our tribal politics like: Luhya, Luo, Meru, Kisii, Kamba, Coast, let them fight over governors, senators, MPs and all that other nonsense,” he wrote. “Us as youths, don’t tell us the tribe of Sifuna,” read his last post.
The message, urging young people to look past ethnicity and judge political figures on merit rather than community ties, struck a chord with many who follow Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna and broader progressive politics in Kenya.
Netizens pay tribute to Kababa
Word of his passing spread quickly on X, drawing heartfelt reactions from those who had followed his commentary closely.
@Ngiriro wrote:
“Lost a good one. RIP bruv.”
@TheMakokha said:
“RIP soldier. We continue with the battle.”
@SupremeEmp10 added:
“RIP brother🕊🕊.”
@aAkorino wrote:
“The young people should honour this comrade’s wishes💯☝🏾 RIP.”
@Edgar_opem64977 reflected on the political implications of the loss:
“Kura ya sifuna imeenda tu ivo, what a sad day.”
@guylikeyouu made a pledge in his honour:
“Rest in peace, brother. We will make sure Sifuna is president.”
@Weyne_west simply said:
“RIP soldier. I will take it from there.”
The tributes paint a picture of someone who was not just an online personality but a genuine voice that many young Kenyans felt represented their frustrations with the status quo.
