Betty Kyallo Calls for Punishment of Parents Featured in Child Abuse Videos

Media personality Betty Kyallo has condemned the rising number of videos allegedly showing parents abusing their children, calling for those responsible to be held accountable and punished.

In a statement shared on her Instagram Stories, Betty expressed sadness over footage circulating on social media that appears to show children being subjected to brutality and violence by the very people expected to protect them.

She lamented that innocent children were enduring harsh conditions in environments where they should feel safe, loved and cared for.

“It’s honestly very sad the number of brutality and violence cases against children being posted online by their very parents,” Betty noted.

The media personality questioned how parents and caregivers could subject children to violence despite their responsibility to provide protection and ensure their well-being.

“Innocent children are living under very harsh conditions because of people who are actually meant to care and protect them,” she added.

Betty urges Kenyans to report child abuse

Beyond condemning the alleged abuse, Betty called on members of the public to take action whenever they suspect a child is being mistreated, warning against remaining silent in the face of possible abuse.

“Let’s not be quiet if you suspect any form of child abuse. Do something if you realise any form of abuse against children,” she urged.

She also insisted that parents, relatives, neighbours and anyone else found responsible for abusing children should face the consequences of their actions.

“Those parents, relatives, neighbors etc must be held accountable and punished,” she stated.

Her remarks come amid growing concern over videos of alleged child abuse being shared on social media, raising questions about the safety of vulnerable children and the responsibility of adults to protect them.

How Kenyans can report child abuse

In Kenya, members of the public who suspect a child is being abused or is in danger can report the matter through Child Helpline 116, a free service that provides assistance and facilitates the reporting of child protection concerns.

Betty’s message highlights the role parents, relatives, neighbours and the wider community can play in safeguarding children by recognising warning signs and reporting suspected abuse to the relevant authorities.