Kenyan actress and digital content creator Jackie Matubia has publicly celebrated her 10-year-old daughter, Zari, as she campaigned for a student leadership position.
Zari addressed her fellow pupils while vying for the role of Head Girl. Matubia filmed the campaign address and shared her reaction through a series of captions on her Instagram stories.
A Mother’s Emotional Reaction
Matubia expressed great pride as she watched her daughter address the school assembly.
"Watching my daughter stand there, confidently giving her speech as she vies for Head Girl... my heart was so full."
She commended Zari for balancing her academic studies with her commitment to competitive swimming.
The actress noted that raising her daughter provides ongoing motivation in her daily life.
"She is one of the biggest reasons I keep going, keep working hard and keep pushing even on the difficult days."
Reflections on Motherhood and Leadership
In a subsequent video update, Matubia reflected on her role as a parent.
"And as her mother, I'm also learning to give myself my flowers.... Raising this incredible young girl is one of my greatest achievements."
Matubia offered words of encouragement to Zari regardless of the final election outcome.
"Go for it, my girl. Whether you get the title or not, you are already a leader in my eyes…”
She concluded the post with a humorous observation regarding the strict time limit imposed on the speeches.
"Also her time was up.”
This campaign marks another milestone in Zari’s involvement in school activities. She was previously crowned Miss Humanity 2024/2025 at Woodcreek School. In addition to school politics, she actively competes in regional swimming tournaments, where she has earned several medals.
Public Career and Family Context
Jackie Matubia is one of Kenya’s most prominent media personalities. She gained widespread recognition for her television roles, including prominent characters in popular drama series such as Tahidi High and Zora.
Matubia is a mother of two daughters, Zari and Zendaya. She regularly shares family milestones, academic progress, and sports achievements with her followers across social media platforms.
