Why young Kenyans should use social media responsibly

Male finger touching Facebook App on iPhone 6 screen. [Courtesy]

Kenyans, we hold a remarkable title: the world’s top users of social media. According to the Digital 2024 Report, we spend an average of 3 hours and 43 minutes daily on platforms like X, Instagram, and TikTok. This is not just a statistic, it is a badge of honour. It shows we have electricity, affordable internet and smartphones within reach. It proves we enjoy a freedom of speech that lets us speak our minds and join global conversations. From the bustling streets of Nairobi to the quiet villages upcountry, we are connected, vocal and extremely powerful.

But there is a catch: With great power comes great responsibility. Social media is the most incredible tool humanity has ever created. It can lift us up, open doors and change lives. Or, it can trip us up and haunt us for years to come. The choice is ours, especially for our youth, who are shaping their futures one post at a time.