The sanctity of the Kenyan home has found a fierce defender in an unnamed woman whose fiery confrontation with an intrusive pastor has set social media ablaze. The phrase “Sitaki neno” (I don’t want the word) has become an instant rallying cry for thousands of Kenyans tired of unsolicited evangelism.

The viral video captures a raw, unscripted moment that speaks to a growing societal tension. A well-dressed preacher, accompanied by a female associate, is seen being summarily ejected from a private compound. The homeowner’s rage is palpable, not necessarily at the gospel, but at the audacity of the intrusion—opening a closed gate to deliver a sermon to an unwilling audience.

The Privacy vs. Evangelism Debate

This incident has split online opinion down the middle. Traditionalists argue that the woman was disrespectful to a "Man of God." However, a louder, younger demographic is applauding her for enforcing boundaries. In a city where privacy is a luxury, the act of walking into a stranger's compound is increasingly seen as a security threat rather than a spiritual service.

• The Security Angle: With crime rates rising, many Kenyans are wary of strangers. "How do I know you are a pastor and not a scout for a burglary?" asked one user on X (formerly Twitter). The pastor’s unauthorized entry triggered a primal defensive instinct.
• The Religious Oversupply: Kenya is saturated with preachers. From buses to streets to doorsteps, the aggressive push for converts has led to "gospel fatigue." [...](asc_slot://start-slot-15)This woman’s reaction is a symptom of a population feeling besieged by religious noise.

A Cultural Shift

The video signifies a shift in deference. The automatic respect once afforded to anyone carrying a Bible is eroding, replaced by a demand for consent and respect for personal space. The woman’s decisive closing of the gate was symbolic: Faith is welcome, but only when invited.

As the debate rages, one thing is clear: The days of the "open gate" policy for itinerant preachers are ending. The gospel may be free, but access to a Kenyan’s home now comes with a strict "Knock First" requirement.