Nairobi Woman Representative Esther Passaris has responded to growing criticism over her struggle with the Kiswahili language. The backlash began after a section of Kenyans on social media questioned how a national leader could lack fluency in the country’s widely spoken language.
Passaris acknowledged that Kiswahili has not been her strongest area but insisted that language barriers have never stopped her from achieving success. She noted that her command of the language improved mostly through her political engagements rather than formal schooling.
She encouraged Kenyans to view personal weaknesses as part of life and to focus on nurturing their strengths. According to her, everyone has unique abilities that can help them excel in different areas, even if they are not perfect in all subjects.
The Woman Representative further emphasized the importance of self-acceptance. She explained that people should be proud of both their talents and shortcomings, arguing that true confidence comes from embracing one’s complete self.
Her remarks were seen as a response to critics who mocked her for failing in Kiswahili. One online user went as far as suggesting that a Kenyan leader who cannot communicate fluently in Kiswahili was unfit to represent the people.
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