Kenyans have united online to support a female university student who revealed that none of her family members will attend her graduation on December 4 at Kasarani Stadium.
The student shared her emotional experience on TikTok, saying she wished she would still receive flowers and hugs on her big day despite feeling abandoned.
Her post quickly went viral, triggering an outpouring of offers ranging from free rides, makeup sessions, wigs, lashes, dresses, cakes and photoshoots to ensure she does not celebrate alone.
In her caption, she wrote: “This is me, almost losing it all, wishing on 11 that I’ll still get flowers and hugs that day. I just wanted to celebrate my day with close ones. Family isn’t always by blood so I hope that day the universe will bring me a new family.”
Soon after her message circulated widely, Kenyans began volunteering to stand in as her family for the event. Many insisted that she would not walk into the graduation venue alone.
With dozens offering services and presence, the student’s situation sparked a wider conversation about chosen family and collective kindness.
Public Reactions
1. “Can I come with my bestfriend just to celebrate with you??☹”
This reaction shows people’s willingness to offer companionship, emphasising that the student will have emotional support through presence.
2. “Twendeni tukadance hii graduation❤️, Mnaonaje?”
This comment reflects excitement and a celebratory spirit, suggesting a group could join her to make the day joyful.
3. “If you’ll be needing a hug that day, would receiving a wig from us count as one? 🥹🤍”
The commenter offers a wig as a symbolic gesture of affection, showing support through gifting.
4. “What if I give you a free photoshoot session. Does that count as a hug?”
Here, the user offers a photoshoot as another form of support, equating the service to emotional warmth.
5. “Congrats, also Can I pay for your Uber to and from the graduation venue? I hope it will count as a big bear hug.”
This comment provides practical help by offering transport while expressing care.
6. “Omg Kenyans are sweet people😍😩 also please show up for those graduants because those 4 years aren’t even a joke👏”
This user highlights the kindness Kenyans are displaying and acknowledges the hard work required to complete university.
7. “I love what Kenyans have become these days, the spirit of support and love y’all show is top notch.”
The commenter appreciates the collective generosity and praises the unity shown toward the student.
By Jane nduta
