- Kenyans on social media are buzzing with a new viral phrase that humorously highlights common lies people tell. From relationships to business, the phrase
- “Maandishi Haya Sio Mageni Jijini” has quickly gained popularity, with people using it in creative and relatable ways.
- The team at trendynews.co.ke found that the phrase was coined by an award-winning journalist, who inspired hilarious posts across various social media platforms.
- A clever quote by the journalist has captured the attention of netizens, sparking an array of funny posts and relatable content.
Who’s behind ‘Maandishi Haya Sio Mageni’ phrase?
Pheona Kenga, an award-winning journalist who has worked at Citizen TV, TV47 and Look Up TV, coined the phrase, which has since been immortalised on social media platforms.
“Maandishi haya si mageni jijini, labda kwa mgeni jijini. Ila kwa wenyeji wa jiji, ni maandishi tulioyazoea,” she famously said.
The line roughly translates into:
“These writings are not new in the city except for visitors. However, city dwellers are used to them.”
The journalist’s close friend, who sought anonymity, told trendynews.co.ke that Pheona’s creativity was underrated.
“This phrase, for instance, has multiple levels to it.”
Kenyans have used the phrase to refer to scenarios in which the gullible are taken advantage of in relationships or business dealings.
Some of the most hilarious posts include people promising to call back after a few minutes and never doing it and mothers borrowing money from their kids and promising to refund it.
Several women brought up the lies men tell, including saying that they are the most beautiful in the world and they would never cheat on them.
trendynews.co.ke compiled some of the most hilarious clips.
@miss_macharia1 maandishi haya si mageni jijini 😂#fypage #fypage #fypage ♬ original sound – Ilanyi
@55suzzyfrank♬ BEST OF MAY MIX DANCE CHALLENGE BY RAMMKIJANA – rammkijana🇰🇪
@real_brian254 MAANDISHI HAYA SI MAGENI JIJINI #tiktok#maandishihayasimageni#briannamema ♬ original sound – Ilanyi
@real_brian254 MAANDISHI HAYA SI MAGENI JIJINI #tiktok#maandishihayasimageni#briannamema ♬ original sound – Ilanyi
Viral Kenyan Phrases That Took Social Media by Storm
Other viral phrases have also captured the attention of Kenyans online. TrendyNews.co.ke highlighted that catchy phrases often emerge from popular songs, politicians, or other influential figures.
One famous example is the phrase “Twa Twa,” coined by a preacher, which quickly took off on social media. Another widely used phrase, “…ni kitu ya kufanya…” became a go-to response as Kenyans applied it humorously to everyday situations, from relationship issues to political scenarios.
The phrase typically reflects on moments where someone’s actions were met with unexpected reactions. For instance, one user questioned why they were dumped after cheating, while another wondered why he was thrown out of an apartment for showering with a married woman.