Skai Jackson Sparks Controversy With Claim Some Kenyan Children “Can’t Afford Mirrors”

Skai Jackson has sparked controversy after comments about children she encountered in Kenya left many across social media taken aback.

The former Disney star shared the story while chatting with UK creator Ysabella Grace during Kai Cenat’s ‘Streamer University’. What appeared intended as a reflection on gratitude and body image instead ignited criticism over how the country was portrayed.

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In the circulating clip, Jackson said she learned that mirrors were costly during her visit and claimed some children consequently did not know what they looked like.

“Of course, it’s unfortunate that they can’t afford mirrors, but at least they’re not insecure about themselves.”

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Skai Jackson talks to a smaller creator at Streamer University about her experience visiting Africa and reveals that some kids there can’t afford mirrors, so they don’t know what they look like.

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She also suggested that the lack of mirrors may mean youngsters are less likely to judge or bully one another over appearance.

The remarks quickly became a lightning rod. Critics, including Kenyan and African social media users, rejected the broad characterization and argued that it recycled an outdated, poverty-focused image of the continent. Others questioned the logic of suggesting children could grow up without ever seeing their reflections.

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