Nairobi Women Representative Esther Passaris has responded after drawing criticism for a photo she shared with Mumias East MP Peter Salasya during the five-day parliamentary retreat at a luxury resort in Naivasha this week. In a statement on Wednesday, January 28, Passaris clarified that the photo was AI-generated, not an actual capture of the MPs together. “Today is Data Protection Day. She further highlighted that issues like data protection, digital ethics, and strong cyber laws, including Kenya’s cybercrime and data protection frameworks, are not just technical matters but safeguards that protect real people from digital harm. Sisi si wajinga — Michael Mulongo Sikuku Namunyu (@SikukuNamunyu) January 28, 2026This can never be Al — Gimaino (@gimaino66188) January 28, 2026