A young Kenyan employee who recently went viral for resigning through a WhatsApp message has reportedly returned just three days later asking for his job back.
The story was first shared by Kenyan employer King Edd on social media and quickly attracted thousands of reactions from people across the country. In the first viral post, the employee, identified as Eugine, thanked his employer for helping him when he was struggling but said that working from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. was “not something I signed up for.” The respectful resignation message sparked a huge online debate about the attitude of some young workers toward traditional office jobs.
According to King Edd, the story has now taken another unexpected turn. Just three days after leaving, the young man reportedly contacted him again to ask if he could return to work. King Edd shared the update online, saying the employee had realised that finding another job was not as easy as he had expected.
The latest development has once again started conversations on social media. Many users joked that the reality of unemployment had changed the young man’s mind. Others praised him for being humble enough to admit his mistake and ask for a second chance.
Some people also encouraged employers to give young workers guidance instead of judging them too quickly. They said many members of Generation Z are still learning about the demands of the workplace and may need mentoring rather than criticism.
Labour experts say changing jobs has become more common among young workers around the world. Many Gen Z employees value flexible working hours, work-life balance and career growth. However, experts also warn that stable employment remains important, especially in countries where jobs are limited and competition is high. They advise young people to think carefully before resigning and to have another opportunity confirmed before leaving their current position.
King Edd has not publicly confirmed whether he will rehire the employee. However, the story continues to attract thousands of comments, with many people seeing it as a lesson about making career decisions carefully.