Kenyans React to Huddah Monroe's Call to Ban Women from Night Security Jobs

Kenyan socialite and beauty entrepreneur Huddah Monroe has once again dominated conversation on social media after expressing concern over women working night shifts—especially as security guards. 

Her remarks, shared through a series of Instagram Stories and reposted by entertainment outlets, ignited mixed reactions among fans and rekindled discussions on gender roles, safety, and parenting in Kenya.

In her post, Huddah wrote: “Every time I see a female security guard at night breaks my heart! Hii kitu imenisumbua sana! All my friends know, I just hate it.”

The statement, emotional in tone, highlighted her discomfort with seeing women stationed outside buildings and business premises in the middle of the night.

Huddah Questions Night Shifts for Women

Building on her concerns, Huddah suggested that employers should reconsider how duties are allocated in the security sector.

She argued that caregiving responsibilities should influence scheduling, saying:

“Let women work day time and let men do the night shift solely because of nurturing their children!”

She went on to describe the daily routine of many mothers, emphasizing that the demands placed on them already outweigh the flexibility available in the job market.

“Wake up early, prep their kids for school and enter their day shift,” she wrote, insisting that nighttime responsibilities disrupt parenting rhythms and expose women to unnecessary risks.

Raising the Single Motherhood Debate

Huddah’s argument also touched on family dynamics, particularly the prevalence of single-parent households. In another Instagram Story, she claimed:

“Not forgetting 80% of females in Kenya are single parents. Their kids need them.”

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Although the figure is not supported by official statistics, her sentiment resonated strongly with many followers who believe society often overlooks the unique pressures placed on women—especially those raising children alone.

Fans React: Applause, Critique, and Calls for Balance

Huddah’s posts set off a wave of reactions across social media platforms.

A significant number of fans agreed with her stance, with many applauding her for addressing an issue they feel goes unnoticed.

254_mummygum : “ For the first time Huddah ,Has said an important thing ?girrrl ...MTU anacha mtoto daycare usiku Aingie kazi ,na labda hata ananyoyesha ,babies are given uji as early as 3 months ?.''

@deneo._''She makes sense if you listen keenly ?.''

Others noted that transportation challenges and security risks make night work especially difficult for mothers.

However, some online users opposed her suggestion to allocate shifts based on gender. Critics argued that women should have the freedom to choose night duties, particularly when the pay is higher or when day shifts clash with personal schedules.

@rex rozz : “ What a man can do a woman can do best! We got Single fathers out there too and nobody speaks about that???.''

@marvin_jr_jay ''But where is the equality. You will demand equal pay, right? Also, think about it well. Dont men need to be with their children?''

Others called her views “traditional” and said modern workplaces should offer flexibility without stereotyping roles.

A portion of users struck a balanced tone, saying the discussion should focus on worker safety and better labour conditions for everyone—regardless of gender.

Huddah Monroe’s remarks, though rooted in emotion, tapped into a wider conversation about Kenya’s working class, parental responsibilities, and the evolving expectations placed on women.

As reactions continue to swell online, her posts have brought renewed attention to an industry and issue often overlooked in public discourse.