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Baba Talisha reveals he earned Ksh128K from first Facebook monetisation payout
31st March, 2026 07:01 PM
Tiktoker Faustine Lipuku, popularly known as Baba Talisha, has opened up about his first earnings from social media monetisation, revealing that he once received Ksh128,000 from Facebook.
Speaking in a video interview shared on SPM Buzz on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, the content creator described the experience as immensely rewarding.
He reflected on how significant the first payout was for him, noting that it almost matched what the largest brand he had worked with had paid him.
“I would wish for TikTok to have monetisation just like Facebook has. I remember the first time I was approved for Facebook monetisation; my first pay was Ksh128,000. I felt so good because the biggest brand I worked with paid me almost the same amount, so it was an amazing experience,” he said.
Baba Talisha then contrasted this experience with the current state of TikTok, expressing concerns over the platform’s safety, especially for children.
He stressed that TikTok, unlike Facebook, currently lacks proper systems to protect minors and maintain a safe environment.
“But now, when you compare with TikTok, you wonder. TikTok is not a safe place for kids at all. The government needs to consider putting regulations in place,” he added.
The content creator also discussed the need for government regulations to govern social media platforms in Kenya.
He acknowledged that while the government sometimes introduces rules, these measures are often temporary, lasting only a few weeks before fading with little enforcement.
Baba Talisha further suggested closer consultations with experienced officials, citing Butita as an example, to understand what long-term strategies the government might have to regulate social media platforms effectively.
“I also feel the problem with the Kenyan government is that even if they introduce a regulation, it stays in place for only one month or two weeks and then fades, with no further action taken. I have seen Butita with government officials, and I feel we can consult more with him to understand what the government is planning in that regard,” he shared.
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