Nairobi

A single photo, a flash of gold, and the internet lit up.

Popular influencer Mercy Masai has once again become the centre of online speculation, after a recent photo she shared on X (formerly Twitter) reignited rumours linking her romantically to Kapseret MP Oscar Sudi.

The image, seemingly harmless at first glance, quickly became social media gold. While the focus was on Masai, a sharp-eyed follower noticed a distinctive watch—partially visible in the background. Within hours, users began comparing it to one frequently worn by Sudi.

“It’s definitely the same one,” one fan posted, alongside a side-by-side image of the MP wearing a similar timepiece during a past political event.

The theory snowballed, with amateur sleuths digging through old pictures of the MP to back up their claims. The resemblance, many insisted, was unmistakable.

Neither Masai nor Sudi has addressed the renewed speculation. Both have remained publicly silent, as they have during previous flurries of dating rumours.

This is not the first time the two names have been linked. Online whispers of a relationship have persisted for months, fuelled by subtle hints, coincidental timings, and occasional overlaps in locations posted online.

Masai, known for her stylish lifestyle content, has amassed a large and loyal following. Sudi, meanwhile, is a vocal figure in Kenyan politics—never far from the headlines.

It’s a pairing that has intrigued the public: an influential online personality and a seasoned politician. Whether the interest stems from genuine curiosity or a fascination with power dynamics, the rumours have proved persistent.

For now, the supposed relationship remains just that—speculation. The only confirmed connection between the two? A watch. Or at least, one that looks a lot like it.

In a digital age where privacy is hard to come by and every pixel is scrutinised, even a glimpse of a wristwatch can make national headlines.