A Kenyan mother has shared why she decided to fire her househelp after reviewing footage from her home CCTV system. The story has sparked debate online about trust, privacy and child care in many households.
According to the mother, she started becoming suspicious after noticing unusual behaviour from her domestic worker. She later decided to check her CCTV cameras to confirm her concerns. What she saw left her disappointed and hurt.
The woman claimed that while she was away, the househelp would go into her bedroom and wear her clothes. She also alleged that the worker used some of her personal items without permission. The mother said she first confronted the househelp about the behaviour and gave her a warning instead of dismissing her immediately. The worker apologised and promised to change.
However, matters became more serious when the woman’s baby fell sick. The child reportedly developed a fever while under the care of the househelp. When the mother returned home, she felt something was not right and decided to review the CCTV footage again.
She claimed that the recordings showed the baby crying for a long period without receiving attention. The mother said she was heartbroken after watching the footage and felt that her child had been neglected. That is when she made the final decision to fire the househelp.
The story has attracted mixed reactions from Kenyans on social media. Some people supported the mother’s decision, saying that the safety of a child should always come first. Others said employers should also ensure clear communication and fair treatment of domestic workers.
This incident has once again highlighted the growing use of CCTV cameras in homes. Many parents say the cameras give them peace of mind when they are away. At the same time, the case raises important conversations about trust and responsibility in employer and employee relationships.
For the mother, the decision was about protecting her child and ensuring her home remains a safe place.