His remarks came weeks after he laid his mother to rest, after she died following a prolonged illness in February 2026.

Kairo’s loss drew widespread sympathy online, with fans and fellow Kenyans sending condolence messages and offering support during the burial period.

However, the situation took a different turn when some TikTok users began organising fundraising efforts in his name.

In response, Kairo publicly declined the initiative.

“Support is mbaya, but not everybody does it with the right intention.”

He suggested that not all support offered online is genuine, hinting at concerns over clout-chasing or exploitation.

In some of his remarks, he referenced past cases where public fundraising efforts became controversial, using them as a warning.

“Not everyone does it with good intentions.”

Kairo’s stance sparked debate across social media platforms, with Kenyans expressing both support and criticism.

Some users backed his decision, saying grief is personal and should not be turned into online content.

“Respect his decision. Not everything needs to be monetised.”

Others felt the move dismissed genuine goodwill from supporters.

“People were just trying to help. It’s not always about clout.”

During the burial period, many messages focused on sympathy:

“Pole sana to Kairo and his family.”“May his mum rest in peace.”

The incident has highlighted growing questions around digital fundraising and public empathy.

For Kairo, the priority appears to be maintaining privacy and dignity during mourning.

“Support is not bad… but intention matters.”