Kenyan digital creator Young Blood Kamotho, known online as YBK, has taken to social media to express his exhaustion over online bullying. The creator pleaded with netizens to stop mocking his personal relationship.
The outcry highlights the growing pressure and cyberbullying faced by young content creators in Kenya.
A Plea for Appreciation
Kamotho shared his frustrations in an emotional comment on Instagram. In the post, he expressed his pain over being targeted simply for loving his partner.
"Just appreciate me mehn... I love this girl so much,” Young Blood Kamotho posted.
He went on to ask: "Ni vibaya kupenda?" which translates to, "Is it bad to love?"
The creator also reminded his followers that behind the screen, he supports a household. "Tunategemewa home kama nyinyi tu," he wrote, meaning, "We are also depended upon at home, just like you."
In a subsequent live stream, a visibly distressed Kamotho expanded on his struggles. He admitted that the constant pressure has pushed him to his limits. He urged his audience to remember his humanity.
"Yo guys mi nimechoka like okay kumbukeni pia mimi ni mtoto wa mtu okay hata kama mmenizoea nikiwa strong," Kamotho said.
He explained that while he strives to be a supportive friend who gives "100" per cent in relationships, the internet has made his private life incredibly difficult.
"Do you know how hard inakuwa kwa relationship yangu mimi nakuanga mtu mzuri but online ndio inanianga vitu mingi," he stated.
Overcoming Personal Hardships
Kamotho’s rise to internet fame has been marked by significant personal struggles. He revealed that only two years ago, he was facing severe poverty and homelessness.
"Mimi nilikuwa nalala njaa Kihunguro hapo high towers 2024," Kamotho recalled, explaining that he used to sleep hungry at High Towers in 2024.
He also previously experienced a tumultuous, highly publicised relationship with digital creator Nihan Rash. That relationship ended in public mutual accusations, which left Kamotho under intense scrutiny from netizens.
In early 2026, Kamotho introduced his new girlfriend, Ythera Carol, to his family and his audience of over 100,000 YouTube subscribers. Since then, he has faced continuous trolling and false allegations.
Despite the online hostility, Kamotho stated that he wants to use his influence to promote positive change. He urged other young Kenyan creators to stop competing and instead work together.
Instead of fighting, Kamotho proposed that creators combine their platforms to create jobs. He remains determined to preach hope to his young followers.
