Liz Jackson has praised Kenya’s Constitution, saying travelling around East Africa has made her appreciate the freedoms protected by the country’s legal framework.
The Kenyan content creator shared her observations in a video reflecting on a February visit to Uganda and her experiences travelling in the region.
Liz Jackson Compares Kenya With Uganda, Tanzania
Jackson said her first impression of Uganda came as soon as she landed at the airport, where she noticed posters of President Yoweri Museveni.
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“First of all, when you land in Uganda, in the airport there are posters of the president,” she said.
She also commented on the political imagery, noting that the posters she saw did not feature a running mate.
Jackson went on to compare Kampala with Nairobi, saying the Ugandan capital reminded her of a smaller version of Kenya’s capital.
Her comments then turned to Uganda’s political history and the country’s long-serving leadership.
“Kampala looks like a small city in Nairobi,” she said, before questioning whether there had been a significant change in the political environment over the years.
Museveni has been Uganda’s president since 1986, making him one of Africa’s longest-serving heads of state.
Tanzania Also Left An Impression
Jackson said her experience in Tanzania further shaped her view of Kenya. She recalled seeing billboards featuring President Samia Suluhu Hassan across the country.
Images of Hassan were widely visible in Tanzania during the 2025 election campaign, including billboards in Dar es Salaam.
For Jackson, the prominence of presidential imagery in the countries she visited became part of a broader reflection on political culture in the region.
‘Biggest Asset Kenya Has’
After comparing her experiences across the region, Jackson said Kenya’s Constitution stands out as one of the country’s greatest strengths.
“The biggest asset Kenya has is our Constitution 🇰🇪. Has to be the best in the region.”
The Constitution of Kenya, promulgated in 2010, contains an extensive Bill of Rights. It guarantees freedom of expression, freedom of the media, political rights and freedom of movement, among other protections.
Article 33 protects freedom of expression, while Article 34 guarantees the freedom and independence of the media. Article 38 also gives citizens the right to make political choices and participate in political parties and campaigns.
