Class: 8th Grade Graduates of 2023 (Rodi)

Emmaqulate, born in 2008, lives in Homa-Bay County with her guardian, her mother’s brother. Her family situation is marked by instability; her guardian, a former mason, is now unemployed. This creates significant financial hardship, impacting the family’s ability to provide for their basic needs. With only her mother and her brother, Emmaqulate has faced a … Continued

For 14-year-old Sandra, life in Homa-Bay County, Kenya, is marked by the deep contrast between her family’s struggles and her own bright ambitions. Coming from a family of five, her father’s work as a teacher is their main source of income, while her mother is not employed. This economic hardship has been a constant backdrop … Continued

Twelve-year-old Betsy Bina’s life has been defined by a deep desire for a quality education. Before coming to the Achungo school, she attended St. Alfred Sunrise Adiedo Academy. While her parents were hardworking and loving, Betsy felt that the education she was receiving wasn’t meeting her needs. She had heard about Achungo’s reputation for having … Continued

At 14, Winnie’s life in Homa-Bay town, Kenya, is a blend of hope and hardship. One of six children, she lives with her parents, a teacher and a farmer. The family’s large size means resources are often stretched thin, and with her father working their garden plot, their livelihood is tied directly to the unpredictable … Continued

For 14-year-old Candy, life in Lo-Rateng’i, Kenya, is marked by the daily struggle of poverty. Growing up with her parents, a younger sibling, and a cousin, Candy’s family relies on their work tending their garden and sometimes selling produce. This constant fight for resources could easily be a barrier to her education, but Candy’s resilient … Continued