From Nairobi to Uganda: Malaika Gets Real About Money, Media & Moving Back

In this reflective episode of the Financially Incorrect Uganda Edition, Barrack sits down with award-winning Ugandan media personality Malaika for a conversation. From the emotional struggle of moving back home after years in Nairobi to building a career in Uganda’s underfunded creative scene, Malaika shares her truth on what it took to make money, lose it, chase her dreams, and find her voice again. She opens up about her childhood hustle, borrowing millions to launch a startup, surviving the pressures of image and success, and how she's now rewiring her relationship with money through intentional saving, investing, and healing. It’s a powerful story of identity, resilience, and reinvention, and a must-watch for anyone trying to find their footing in a system that often feels rigged. This episode is proof that coming home doesn’t mean giving up, it can be the start of something bigger. 0:00 Intro 1:10 Guest Intro 8:40 Where did you grow up? 17:18 How did you deal with being around wealthy friends? 22:00 What bad money habits did you pick from your family? 24:34 When was the first time you made money? 34:30 Going to USIU - moving to Kenya 55:00 Toughest financial moment while in school 57:30 Where did the idea of Strut It Afrika come from? 1:25:40 Moving back to Uganda 1:40:30 How much were you making at the height of your working? 1:49:33 Your money habits 1:56:25 What does money success mean for you? 2:00:50 Would people be surprised with your bank balance? 2:13:45 What drove you to attempt suicide? 2:22:14 Wrap-up