Hilarious Meerkat Memes Go Viral in Kenya, What You Need to Know About Their Origin
- A photo of a meerkat leaning casually against a wall has gone viral in Kenya, resulting in a flood of hilarious memes
- Netizens edited the image with witty captions and outfits, using the animal’s sly expression to comment on relationships and daily struggles
- The meerkat’s human-like posture and knowing gaze have made it the perfect stand-in for everything from nosy observers to heartbroken lovers
A photo of a meerkat has taken the internet by storm, with Kenyans using it to create funny memes.
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A meerkat is a small mammal related to the mongoose, commonly found in the dry plains and deserts of southern Africa, including Botswana, Namibia, South Africa, and Angola.
The image doing the rounds on social media shows a meerkat leaning against a wall with a ‘knowing’ look, and netizens have offered a hilarious twist on the quirky behaviour of these curious creatures.
Known for their upright stance and watchful eyes, meerkats have become the hallmark of a silent, knowing observer of society.
Netizens edited the photo by dressing the meerkat in different outfits and commenting on relationship matters, politics, and other trending topics.
From looking suspiciously like nosy neighbours to mimicking overly dramatic reactions, these animals capture everyday human experiences most entertainingly.
Their expressive faces and group dynamics make them ideal for punchy captions and viral moments that keep social media users laughing.
TUKO.co.ke compiled some of the funniest memes below:
1. Meerkat memes on life
In one of the memes, a netizen joked about giving up. The text urged those considering giving up to go ahead and do so.
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In another, a social media user joked about graduates being excited after receiving their papers, as the job market is quite a challenge.
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Parenting was roped into the meerkat memes, with one addressing the look a mother gives a disobedient child in church.
The aspect of people claiming that their cooking gas runs out at the most inappropriate times was also brought into the conversation.
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Vertically challenged people were not spared either by the memes.
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2. Meerkat memes on relationships
In one instance, a cheeky X user made fun of those who think their girlfriends are faithful.
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Another funny meme cautioned those paying fees for their girlfriends, thinking they will marry them.
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One meme scoffed at people claiming to have gotten over their exes, but whose social media posts tell a different story.
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Why did warthog dubbed Kasongo go viral?
Before the meerkat, the most viral internet trends featured the catchy vocals of Kasongo, a classic Lingala hit by Orchestra Super Mazembe.
The upbeat soundtrack first gained renewed popularity after being used in a humorous video showing a warthog quickly retreating into its burrow.
The clip went viral, with many social media users adopting the song as background audio for videos depicting mishaps or awkward situations.
Originally from DR Congo and later based in Nairobi, Super Mazembe was formed in 1967 and became known for hits like Shauri Yako.
The viral resurgence of Kasongo sparked nostalgia and laughter across the continent, with netizens using it to add a dramatic, retro twist to modern-day misfortunes in a lighthearted way.
Proofreading by Mercy Nyambura, copy editor at TUKO.co.ke.
Source: TUKO.co.ke
