From Ghana to Kenya, Disturbing Incidents Spark Debate on Foreign Visitors

West Africa WeeklyFebruary 13, 20262 Mins read20

Across different corners of the continent, two separate incidents involving foreign men and young women have stirred outrage and uncomfortable questions about who Africa is allowing into its communities.

In Ghana, a Russian national began trending online after reports surfaced that he had secretly recorded himself approaching and flirting with women in public places. According to accounts circulating on social media, the encounters often ended in hotel rooms, with the man allegedly planning to charge five dollars per view for the clips. Before the material could be released, he reportedly left the country, sparking anger among Ghanaians who felt their laws and dignity had been treated lightly by a visitor who saw the country as a playground.

Trending: A Russian man is trending in Ghana for secretly recording himself as he flirts with women around town, which eventually leads to them ending up in his hotel room. He is charging $5 per view but left Ghana before sharing the clips. pic.twitter.com/ppYxv4oYJd

— Trending Explained (@TrendingEx) February 12, 2026

Around the same time in Kenya, a far more disturbing case emerged involving Gisler Emil Johann, a Swiss national living in a coastal tourist area. He was arrested after allegedly being found with a missing teenage girl inside his residence. The girl’s parents had reported her disappearance, and neighbours later raised concerns after noticing the minor in the man’s company. Police moved in and took him into custody while the girl was taken for medical examination.

An 85-year-old Swiss millionaire was last night exposed as a predator after police found him locked inside his Watamu villa with a 15-year-old girl who had been missing for 10 days. ( FULL STORY 👇) pic.twitter.com/F1MMIuOH3q

— THEE ALFA HOUSE (@thee_alfa_house) February 11, 2026

Authorities said the arrest shattered the calm image of the tourist hub, exposing darker realities behind luxury homes and expatriate enclaves. Kenya’s Directorate of Criminal Investigations vowed to pursue the case fully, warning that foreign nationality does not place anyone above the law.

Though the two cases are different in nature and severity, they have sparked a broader conversation across African social media. Many users say the incidents point to a pattern where certain foreigners treat African countries as places where they can act without consequences. Critics argue that weak enforcement, corruption, and a desire for foreign investment or tourism sometimes create environments where predators feel safe operating.

Others insist the issue is not about foreigners alone, but about strengthening local institutions so that anyone who breaks the law faces swift justice, regardless of nationality or status. They say what matters most is whether authorities act decisively, protect victims, and send a clear message that exploitation will not be tolerated.

As investigations continue, both cases have become symbols of a larger debate about safety, accountability, and the price Africa pays when borders are open. Still, systems meant to protect citizens remain fragile.