KENYA 🇰🇪 VS UGANDA 🇺🇬 AFTER 5 YEARS| AMERICAN EXPAT 🇺🇸

[@JayFocused]

What have your experiences been in Kenya and Uganda?

[@gmttravels]

Kampala was definitely more expensive then I thought

[@JayFocused]

@gmttravels Yes, it didn't used to be that way

[@theD-O-Z]

My personal experience is that in Kenya they think light skinned women are "white" and that has been very disheartening. Other than that, I love the weather in Kenya, it's perfect. Kenya has more diverse food options, most definitely agree.

[@JayFocused]

Interesting. I never noticed that but 'lightskin' has a wide range, especially in Africa. Michael B Jordan would be lightskin in the Congo or Uganda but not in South Africa or America. So it's hard to know what complexion they consider 'white' in your opinion in Kenya. Alicia Keys, Sade and Beyonce could all be described as lightskin, but they have very different shades. While the first 2 have white parents, the last one doesn't.

[@theD-O-Z]

@@JayFocused personally I’m a light skinned woman from America. I’m slightly lighter than Beyoncé with black parents. I was called a white woman in Ghana often…we lived there for a year… so when we moved to Nairobi 3 months ago…I noticed the same looks so I started asking. And they literally have told me that they feel that I am a white woman. I guess I’m only one experiencing it.

[@travelconnect1]

Good video! You touched on just about all the important stuff and I personally think you were spot on. Well done.

[@JayFocused]

Appreciate it

[@nyashgerald3585]

U got new sub here from Kenya we Kenyans l❤UG there are cool people if you hung up with them you will know👍

[@JayFocused]

Welcome, I have another Kenyan video dropping later today.

[@Shaddyraddy92]

Thanks for the comparisons! I have only been to Liberia and Morocco, but, these travel videos of East Africa is starting to inspire me to travel again. If airplane tickets weren't the same prices of Used taxis, I would've been in Nairobi by now😅😅

[@JayFocused]

Hahaha...Liberia...interesting. How did you find it?

[@nowalubega1475]

Spot on analysis. Very accurate

[@JayFocused]

Thank you sir, I strived to be as balanced as possible

[@gizzanubian2970]

Uganda has been a war nation for long time compared to Kenya but Uganda is doing a great job catching up, and also food in Uganda is far better

[@NyakachKabodho]

I agree.

[@nowalubega1475]

Something you didn't compare was the nightlife. Uganda used to have the number one party 24 by 7 nightlife feel. Not anymore. After the covid lockdown, I think we lost that number one spot. Kenya has caught up and surpassed us. Particularly in high-end fancy hangouts

[@JayFocused]

My thoughts exactly. I noticed a difference in the Kampala nightlife of before compared to now

[@travelconnect1]

@nowalubega I think Kenya's nightlife is better now. I found that in Uganda they are more laid back and have a more chill night scene. Where as in Kenya they party a little harder.

[@JayFocused]

@travelconnect1 That's accurate

[@KemuntoBear]

Yes that’s for sure especially go to Mtwapa Mombasa or Diani Shaka tak disco or Forty Thieves Beach Bar & Restaurant Zero 01 Lounge(is on the rooftop of City Mall, Nyali.) Club Hypnotica Thank me later

[@SIRLEE]

I honestly, don't look forward to Uganda being like Kenya (though am Ugandan). I don't want our society to be over-saturated with foreigners and expats. We need a few of y'all to come over here. And for a short while. I like the fact that we understand ourselves better than outsiders, and we still have intimate connections with our brothers and sisters. Let the tourists and expats fill up Nairobi and Mombasa. We also come over there, whenever we need different experiences.

[@JayFocused]

I feel you 💯. I like Kenya for Kenya and Uganda for Uganda. If they were exactly the same, what would be the point? Thanks for watching

[@orisenabritt]

i am a kenyan..but it seems like we like foreigners a bit too much..lol

[@JayFocused]

@orisenabritt Haha, do you live in Nairobi?

[@orisenabritt]

no@@JayFocused

[@pharoah-ahmose6075]

Some Exparts are vital just keep the missionaries out of Africa 😂😂😂

[@mosestwebazeengwedu4478]

As a Ugandan, I completely agree with many of the comparisons between Uganda and Kenya that you've mentioned

[@JayFocused]

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[@danielmacharia9603]

Watching from Kenya 🇰🇪🇰🇪🇰🇪

[@JayFocused]

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[@Infraredfr3d]

Love the honesty

[@JayFocused]

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[@eastafricanist9156]

As a Ugandan who grew up in Nairobi, this is a good comparison. Kenya has always been a much bigger economy and the options on anything are more.

[@JayFocused]

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[@TB5425-v8q]

Its also ımportant to note that Nairobi is a relatively an older city than Kampala. Kampala only became a city in 1961 (Previously only being a town) where whereas Nairobi had always been a city since colonial times; Not to mention Kampala going through a series of political events in its earlier history which definitely set it back in comparison to Nairobi. (An architect's overall assessment of the two cities)

[@JayFocused]

I cam see that. Thanks for watching

[@JayFocused]

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[@aidaofearth]

yeah this is pretty spot on. Nairobi is also just more organised, breatheable, green, more options of things to do, more liberal people etc etc. I could go on forever, uganda doesn't match up (and I'm ugandan)

[@JayFocused]

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[@Kiriza22]

Kampala is the only recognised tree city in Africa!

[@JayFocused]

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[@Kiriza22]

@@JayFocusedDone! Thank you so much for your content.

[@johnkawooya8421]

The Ugandan government should invest in the upkeeping of the capital city Kampala. From overseas the city has the appearance of a red muddy slum whith aging buldings and pot-holed down town flooding streets--yikes!!!

[@BlackLabelExpat]

I know time is relative but In my travels I have noticed its more relative in some cultures than others

[@JayFocused]

Sure...but over an hour late is disrespectful anywhere. We are talking about an international capital city.

[@kx23753]

Jay, appreciate the content bro. I'm looking forward to traveling to Africa this year. Could you please do a comparison with Rwanda and Uganda ?

[@JayFocused]

Appreciate it. I will consider it. Kindly subscribe to support the channel

[@sheilaaciro6336]

I have one problem with comparing Kampala to Nairobi Don’t forget Uganda had wars for a long time so Kenya got ahead But with all that we’re coming up. I don’t agree with food why do want to bring American junk food to Africa.

[@JayFocused]

I agree, I'm not a fan of pizza hut and domino's or fast food in general. But it can be familiar food for people moving to Africa from Western countries. Thanks for watching. Kindly subscribe to support the channel

[@TonnyOkello]

We are still using wars as excuse for lagging behind? Let’s blame corruption for the state of of our capital city and Uganda in general. Rwanda emerged from a devastating civil war in 1994, look at Kigali and Rwanda 🇷🇼. We need to look in the mirror and correct ourselves .

[@JayFocused]

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[@arnoldsimon102]

​@@TonnyOkello The wars in Uganda made a variety of things collapse, and it's not only war, but also Idi Admin sent away the foreigners which reduced foreign direct investment, but between Kigali and Kampala, Kampala is more developed, Kigali looks great but it's only a small portion. In terms of development between Rwanda and Uganda, Uganda is More developed. Both countries have had a number of wars and recorded at different periods. If you have never experienced war. Please don't try to gaslight those that have been threw that to try to make yourself feel better, just be grateful that your country or your generation hasn't experienced that level of insecurity.

[@sheilaaciro6336]

Everyone keeps talking about Kigali 16m people how about other places in Rwanda Uganda has how many cities Don’t be lame talking about Kigali only

[@patrickkimoyo8626]

You said as it is bro, welcome home (Kenya)!

[@JayFocused]

Appreciate it. Thanks for watching. Kindly subscribe to support the channel

[@bensonmoima6872]

As a Ugandan, i agree with all your views on Ug-Ke. A little bit about food, I may disagree though. I mean, when you talk about local foods, Kenya has, if am not mistaken, only their Sukuma Wiki and Ugali thing while Ug has lot more on offer.

[@JayFocused]

Thanks, I tried to be as fair as possible. Big up to both countries!

[@nowalubega1475]

Yes, Ugandan traditional food has more variety, but I think he was comparing all cuisines in both countries. Not just Kenyan traditional/national food vs. Ugandan traditional/national food.

[@JayFocused]

@nowalubega1475 Exactly. I mentioned International food and all available cuisine because a foreign person living in either country long term will be curious about this.

[@nowalubega1475]

@JayFocused just a heads up. When a Ugandan says "local food" they are referring to the traditional food of the country, particularly and strictly Ugandan cuisine vs traditional Kenyan cuisine.

[@JayFocused]

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[@NoExcuseENT]

I saw how pricey hotels are in Kampala, kololo. Fortunately, there's better cities in Uganda like Entebbe lol.

[@JayFocused]

Entebbe does add more flavor to the central region of the country

[@amondinyandat-zw1no]

Good and truthful comparison kudos

[@PhilipAlinaffe-gq1lf]

Kampala. Ugandan born in Dar. Visited NBI for three weeks last year

[@JayFocused]

Outstanding. Thanks for watching. Kindly subscribe to support the channel

[@mosestwebazeengwedu4478]

As a Ugandan who has lived here all my life, I can attest to the challenges we face, particularly the high prices in housing and other amenities like Gyms but not food atleast. Our small economy has allowed a few individuals with substantial wealth to distort the real estate market, making housing unaffordable for many, that's why the quality of Airbnb is really not up to standard compared to Nairobi. However, we are resilient and striving to improve, and I am confident that we will see better days soon..

[@JayFocused]

Indeed

[@felixmakinda7689]

I'm from Nairobi and I think Uganda is really underrated. Kenya provides the best for the most moneyed but Uganda has good quality for majority, that includes the cost of renting. An AirBnB costing $40 In Uganda is much better than what you get in Kenya at the price. Even the showers here are dangerous compared to those quality and modern ones in Uganda. Let's not talk about food. Uganda has quality food regardless of where you look for it, whether you are rich or poor.

[@aboutanything551]

I don’t know what Airbnb u went to in uganda, but for someone who has lived in both countries and is indulging in the business, I can assure you tht Uganda has pretty decent airbnbs and they are very good .

[@JayFocused]

@aboutanything551 I hear you. This was my experience and that of other American and British travelers to Kampala.

[@jemimahnantongo6286]

Am a Ugandan, but what you have said about us, it's true so as Ugandans, we need to style up

[@JayFocused]

I appreciate the realness. Kindly subscribe if you haven't already

[@tysonjonathan8135]

intro on fire!!

[@JayFocused]

Thanks, bro. Welcome to the channel

[@EdwinOluoch-y9j]

As Diaspora Kenyan Respiratory Clinicians we warned our beloved Kenya and they promptly took precautions,trusting in Her sons and made it out of Covid better than most.

[@JayFocused]

Thanks for watching

[@EdwinOluoch-y9j]

@@JayFocusedHakuna Matata,always welcome to Kenya.I’ll be there soon too lol my vacation

[@PhilipAlinaffe-gq1lf]

Kampala is smaller than Nairobi but the former has more traffic jam and gridlock compared to the latter (Nairobi) simply bcoz of the difference in transportation infrastructure/urban planning. Kampala has poor infrastructure and planning in this respect compared to Nairobi and therefore the traffic jam and gridlock all day compared to Nairobi.

[@JayFocused]

Thanks for watching. Which city do you live in?

[@felixmakinda7689]

Is Kampala smaller really? Looked so massive for me. Just not planned.

[@kenmaina2008]

Well the comparison is as I expected, but, I wonder where have you been for 5 years? Its like you took a hiatus from posting or what?

[@JayFocused]

Correct. I took a hiatus. Thanks for watching. Kindly subscribe to support the channel if you haven't already

[@EmongSolomonomoding]

I love Tanzanians.Greetings from Uganda.

[@JayFocused]

Welcome to the channel. Kindly subscribe to support

[@chrisbuchanan3861]

You hit it on the head with the description of hotels and Airbnb in Kampala. I love it there but the value is not there.

[@JayFocused]

I'm glad I'm not the only one who noticed

[@chrisbuchanan3861]

@@JayFocused I'm coming back in March after I go to Nairobi. I got a nicer place in Kenya and was a lot cheaper.

[@PalonaGeoffrey]

i think what you mean to say is that In Uganda, there exists a much higher degree of societal expectations regarding morality, dictating what people should or should not do. As a result, this has to some extent contributed to the conservatism of most Ugandans...

[@JayFocused]

Interesting observation. Thanks for watching. Kindly subscribe to support the channel

[@jaynewanjira3541]

About using the N word in Kenya that started with maybe GenZs or late Millenials or your age bracket. That was never a thing when I was growing up. Upto the time I left Kenya in 2008. It was never ever a thing for both men and women using the N word. I was also shocked to hear that is happening now. I am ashamed for my people. Very idiotic. I hope those young women will learn about the origin of that word and just stay away from using it completely. Sorry you had to experience that.

[@JayFocused]

Thanks for providing perspective

[@coolida23511]

This is new to me too. Sad and embarrassing to hear.

[@ansinigham]

great content

[@JayFocused]

Respect. Kindly subscribe if you haven't already

[@moseskazungu1158]

Sometimes people going around you because of America Accent. Those Boys. They want to see black America. People in Uganda see you in films.

[@JayFocused]

I can understand that. Thanks for watching

[@Enabu1]

Dude i think you was wrong about the food prices and the air bnb prices, its just that Kampala is just poor at the online marketing

[@JayFocused]

No, I'm not wrong. My friends had the same experience

[@Lulu-po3kn]

I hope you tell people not to use this word. It's offensive but they think it's hip because it's been in hiphop music. Please let the women know.

[@JayFocused]

I don't tolerate it around me. Thanks for watching

[@wycliffemulindwa1907]

Bro im dissapointed that,u talk about good quality nigerian and ethiopian food in uganda ,im just curious ,do u eat out everyday in the usa ? Cos u wouldnt talk about fast food as a main source of food

[@JayFocused]

Lmao...did you NOT listen to what I said in the video! This video is aimed at EXPATS. Expats want to know this stuff.

[@RosslyneMaina]

The intro sound is too loud. Anyway I watched all ads for you. 🇰🇪 Piece of advice, if you want your channel to grow just hang around Kenya and you will grow quickly. Do collaboration with local you-tubers and they help you get audience.

[@JayFocused]

Thanks for the feedback...I'll turn the intro down😉

[@RosslyneMaina]

I have added few more remarks, pls check and this is with much respect bro❤.

[@joewachira9903]

@@RosslyneMaina eish...relax bana...its never that serious

[@JayFocused]

What's up Joe?

[@RosslyneMaina]

@@joewachira9903 business advice. He a adult he understood what I meant. All you tubers will understand

[@cellahosewe8466]

Sa mshakula fare ya huyu msee😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@JayFocused]

Thanks for watching

[@Ms.J7890]

😂😂😂

[@JayFocused]

@Ms.J7890 Thanks for watching

[@bennyhanna6]

I haven't been to either country but I like your breakdown.

[@JayFocused]

appreciate it

[@atlastibelong8015]

Kololo is for the rich so those prices are expected.

[@JayFocused]

I was comparing Kololo to Westlands, it's only fair. Thanks for watching

[@abbeyssebaggala9406]

You got it all wrong on the Food. Kenyans have quite limited variety of food. Most visitors on KZbin agree on this.

[@JayFocused]

I was focusing on international food. With it being a larger population, it makes sense that there would be more international options. When it comes to local food, I am not the expert. Thanks for watching. Kindly subscribe to support the channel

[@angelamuhindi6880]

And you are right. Kenya has cuisines from all over the world. ​@@JayFocused

[@JayFocused]

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[@francissumba7661]

What I don’t understand with African Americans visiting African countries is this; why do they always want to compare African countries? Why not just enjoy your experience in each country and leave it at that. I don’t hear of those comparisons when they visit European countries or Asian countries. I think that your comparison’s simply pity one country against another. I think that your vlogs would be more appealing to a bigger audience if you simply shared you experiences from the countries you visit.

[@JayFocused]

I do both, I have plenty of videos where I don't compare countries. These comparison videos can be very informative to people in the diaspora who have never been to the continent. The majority of us do not have the privilege of traveling for months on end to see many African countries up close. These videos provide a fast way to see which countries do which things better or worse. Then someone can make plans based om that information.

[@NyakachKabodho]

Get out your feelings, people travelling to these countries obviously want to know the pros and cons.

[@amondinyandat-zw1no]

Exactly

[@coolida23511]

I like the pros and cons videos. They're very informative. Africans can learn much from each other and the diaspora to improve and develop our countries.

[@ewm4266]

So waganda ni wanono?

[@JayFocused]

🤔

[@philipochunyi9995]

NI wanono

[@GetrudeUganda]

🇺🇬🇺🇬 always

[@JayFocused]

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[@shuaib7944]

Good comparisons..

[@JayFocused]

Much respect. Kindly subscribe to support the channel

[@Mister_Kemp]

A South African woman who felt she was familiar with h me used the N word

[@JayFocused]

Which country are you from?

[@Mister_Kemp]

@@JayFocused I’m from America USA

[@JayFocused]

I see. This occurred in America?

[@ryukiiprimer5383]

In Kenya we adopted the N word without the negative connotations attributed to the name in the US. To us it is just a cool way to say "guy". Like recently on social media I saw a white guy say the word but it didn't cross my mind until an African American pointed it out. It is the same for most Kenyans and how we perceive the word. With the availability of various social media platforms, it has brought to light the history of the word and now we better understand the weight the word bears.

[@JayFocused]

Education is important. Hopefully more Kenyans will learn not to use it.

[@uncleKas]

Am a Ugandan born well versed with USA (because am now American), Kenya and Uganda, you got most your comparisons right, and without mincing words Nairobi is way ahead of Kampala. The housing/ accommodation part is 100%wrong , it seems like you stayed in one area of Kampala, and it’s not a proper residential area anymore, they are so many new residential areas that have new amenities and low prices.

[@JayFocused]

Great, can you share some of them? This was not only my experience but that of several other travelers I know. Which areas do you recommend that are affordable, central and walkable? Something similar to Westlands or Kilimani in Nairobi.

[@uncleKas]

@@JayFocused Yes, Mutungo Hill, Bugolobi - this has a hub of some of the most happening nightlife/ clubs where most corporate people of Kampala go, Naguru Hill, Nsambya near the USA Embassy, Mengo , Rubaga. There’s Kira Road, Kayanja this is a newer part of Kampala newer construction, which means modern everything. Munyonyo, it’s a bit off CBD but you get the Beach vibe, , prices varies, some low some cheap but it’s like the Best side of Kampala it’s a shore of Lake Victoria in Kampala, the breeze’s their are to die for, and if you enjoy fresh fish, they have the biggest fish markets there, you choose from the hourly catch and the fry or roast or boil for you

[@JayFocused]

Thanks for sharing

[@jlionmenelik77]

Kenya women are more westernized compared to Uganda in my opinion.

[@JayFocused]

Indeed

[@NyakachKabodho]

Yupp and it's not a positive development.

[@JayFocused]

@NyakachuKabodho Indeed

[@Eva4Africa]

You are correct. Kampala's real estate/ housing is ridiculous. Even building supplies are expensive. I hope this changes in the next couple of years.

[@JayFocused]

You and me both. Thanks for watching. Kindly subscribe to support the channel

[@mmmmarkk]

All in All, UGANDA is BETTER

[@JayFocused]

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[@mariatheresa2755]

Hahaha, banaU temusemba nakyo. East west home is best

[@JayFocused]

@mariatheresa2755 Thanks for watching. Kindly subscribe to support the channel if you haven't already.

[@moseskazungu1158]

Uganda Kampala is Largest City in East and Central .

[@JayFocused]

💯

[@zacheausarabon2176]

wake up and travel

[@JayFocused]

👆🏾 thanks for watching, champ

[@carolkimaiyo4259]

He who doesn't travel knows his mum cooks the best

[@JayFocused]

@carolkimaiyo4259 Great quote. Thanks for watching. Kindly subscribe to support the channel

[@lawrenceduval9901]

Definitely disagree with the begging in Nairobi. They most definitely follow you. Ugandan women definitely more curvy but Kenyan women more diverse in looks. Nairobi is the NYC of Africa. The best women in Uganda are from Rwanda IMO.

[@JayFocused]

I feel you, I personally felt I got hit up for money more in Kisumu than in Nairobi

[@JayFocused]

I feel you, I personally felt I got hit up for money more in Kisumu than in Nairobi

[@ssembatyajohn8926]

Trust me Ugandan women look better ...its no contest

[@JayFocused]

Thanks for watching

[@IgnatiusSanya]

​@@ssembatyajohn8926maybe interms of culture