‘He is my boss’ – Worker in viral harassment video moves on, forgives Chinese man
By Paulette Mboga, November 16, 2025A Kenyan worker who was filmed being harassed by his Chinese boss has now forgiven him and says he wants to keep his job.
The man, who appeared in a video that circulated widely on Sunday, November 16, 2025, said he has decided to move on from the incident and hopes to continue with his duties as usual.
In the viral video, the Chinese man is seen trying to kick the worker several times, missing some kicks but continuing aggressively. The worker is seen stepping back to avoid him, and at one point, the Chinese man picks up what looks like an iron sheet and uses it to hit him. The clip caused public outrage as many questioned why such an incident could take place at a workplace.
Letting go
When he was asked, “Na umemsamehea?” The worker responded, “Ehh, nimemsamehea na nimewachana nayo. Mimi bado nataka nifanye kazi. Next time kama kuna shida, aniite tuongee kwa ofisi ili kama kuna shida nitakubali makossa yangu. Nimemsamehea na sitaskiza maneno ya watu. Hiyo imeisha hivyo; he is my boss.”
His response showed that he did not want the matter to escalate and preferred that any future issues be handled through normal discussions at the workplace.
Earlier, Nairobi County’s Environment Chief Officer Geoffrey Mosiria strongly condemned the incident. He said the case was part of a rising problem that must be stopped before it becomes normal.
Mosiria noted that this is not the first time such actions have been reported and pointed to an earlier incident in Diani where foreigners bullied police officers. He stressed that both Kenyans and visitors deserve safety and respect within the country.
In his statement, Mosiria warned individuals who misuse the freedom they enjoy in Kenya. He said such behaviour should never be tolerated, especially towards workers who are simply doing their jobs. He added that Kenya is a country governed by laws and respect and that anyone operating within its borders must adhere to those standards.
He said, “Some of our guests are now misusing the freedom they enjoy in our peaceful nation. Yet if a Kenyan tried the same in their home country, they wouldn’t even be allowed to collect their belongings; they would be put on a plane like a criminal.”