Comedian Eric Omondi and his partner, Lynne, recently made headlines with their unique gender reveal announcement at a local waterfall in Nairobi.

While the couple's creative idea to dye the waterfall pink to reveal the gender of their unborn daughter captured attention and excitement, it also sparked outrage among netizens who termed the act as water pollution.

Amidst the controversy, Eric Omondi responded to the criticism, defending the choice of dye used and explaining his intentions.

Let us delve into the aftermath of the gender reveal, exploring netizens' reactions, and drawing parallels with a similar incident in Brazil.

The Daring Gender Reveal: Creating a Pink Waterfall

Eric Omondi and Lynne's gender reveal celebration at a local waterfall turned heads and captured the imagination of many.

As the waterfall cascaded in a mesmerizing shade of pink, the video of the event quickly went viral, igniting discussions about gender reveals and the impact on the environment.

Outrage and Environmental Concerns: Netizens React

While some were amused by the creativity of the gender reveal, others were quick to voice their concerns about water pollution.

Maisha Wirth's comment highlighting the environmental impact resonated with many netizens, who expressed their disappointment over the potential harm to aquatic life and the surrounding ecosystem.

 ''Cute but you guys… thIs is so bad for the environment  and wildlife in this area  overall. This was painful to watch!! Y’all please don’t get ideas to do this nonsense for your babies now’’

Eric Omondi's Response

In an interview with AnkaliRay, Eric Omondi responded to the criticism, explaining that the dye used in the waterfall was biodegradable and not harmful to the environment.

''Hatajuchafua mazingira tumefanya pale kwenye aquatic life, kuna vitu ambavyo aunaeza tumia ambavyo nikama chakula ya samaki, kuna organic colours kwa lugha ya kimombo wanaita food color.''

He emphasized that he had no intention of polluting the water and stated that he sought permission and a license from the local authority for the event.

''Alafu pia lazima uchukue permission kutoka kwa watu wa maji, hauwezi kubaliwa kufanya kitu kama hiyo lazma uwe na license.''

A Global Perspective: Comparing the Incident with Brazil

Interestingly, Eric Omondi's gender reveal incident in Kenya draws parallels with a similar  viral occurrence in Brazil.

A proud uncle attempted to reveal the gender of his pregnant niece's baby by pouring dye into a waterfall on private property.

 Raijan Mascarello, was fined 10,000 reals (approximately $1,900)  because he had placed 'solid, liquid, or gaseous waste or debris, oils or substance oils' in the waterfall.  

He clarified the product used was biodegradable and   expressed regret for not seeking authorization for the act and stated that he would request permission in the future.

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