Professor George Luchiri Wajackoyah, a former Kenyan presidential aspirant with roots tracing back to Jinja, Uganda, has made global headlines once again after being awarded yet another PhD in Law. The latest academic feather in his cap pushes his tally to over ten university degrees, solidifying his reputation as one of East Africa’s most educated public figures.
The renowned legal scholar and politician received his most recent doctorate following the successful defense of his dissertation, which focused on comparative constitutional law and legislative reforms. His thesis was not only lauded by academic panels but has also captured the attention of international legal institutions. In a landmark endorsement, the United States Congress has formally adopted the thesis into its legislative archives, where it will serve as a reference tool for lawmakers.
Professor Wajackoyah’s academic journey is nothing short of remarkable. A former street child turned law professor, he has studied in top institutions across the UK, the US, and Africa. He holds degrees in philosophy, law, political science, and security studies, among others. His compelling story of resilience, intellect, and vision has been widely celebrated across the continent.
While Wajackoyah is best known in Kenya for his unconventional political ideas , including the legalization of marijuana for economic growth , his Pan-African background has become an integral part of his public identity. Reliable sources reveal that Wajackoyah was born to a Ugandan mother at a hospital in Jinja, Busoga region, before being raised in Kenya.
With a legal brain that continues to inspire policy and reform, and a voice that challenges the status quo, Wajackoyah is no longer just a Kenyan political figure , he is a continental intellectual force. As his academic and legal influence grows beyond borders, many are now questioning not if, but when he will make another bid for high political office.