This archive report was first published on 20 October 2019.
On Mashujaa day, Citizen TV reporters Francis Gachuiri and Stephen Letoo took a bold step by donning kanzus, traditional Muslim attire, during a live broadcast from Mombasa county.
The move left many Kenyan women confused and sparked a mix of reactions on social media.
Francis Gachuiri and Stephen Letoo's decision to wear kanzus was seen as a sign of respect for the local culture, but it also raised eyebrows among some viewers.
Reactions poured in on social media, with some people praising the reporters for their cultural sensitivity and others questioning their decision.
Wa Kimani commented, 'Sasa mkikuyu akivalia kanzu anafaa kuongea kiswahiki ama kiukswahili?' (Now a Kikuyu man wears a kanzu, is it right to speak in Swahili or English?).
Bee Marggie Shii added, 'Looking good guy's Francis Gachuri naona ukiingia ikulu soon' (Looking good, Francis Gachuri, you'll soon be entering the palace).
Other reactions included 'Aaaaaiiiiii' from Wambo Priscillah and 'Looking good' from Mary Maingi.
John Otieno joked, 'Nimesikia leo wewe ni Adam Francis Gachuri. Ushakula lile tunda lisilofaa??' (I heard today you're Adam Francis Gachuri. What's with that unripe fruit?).
Saralinah Amwai commented, 'Enyeweeo umenikoroga kidogo, I took like 10min staring at you on my television wondering who be this' (You've really caught my attention, I spent 10 minutes staring at you on my TV wondering who you are).
The incident highlighted the importance of cultural sensitivity in media reporting and sparked a wider discussion on social media.
