Meet Faith, the top KCSE 2024 performer at the Ngong Road Children’s Foundation.  From humble beginnings, she has defied the odds to achieve academic excellence, scoring an A- in her KCSE examinations. Growing up with her two parents and three sisters, Faith’s family faced financial struggles, particularly in paying school fees. “Many are the times I was sent home due to unpaid fees,” she recalls. Despite these challenges, she was always determined to succeed. 

Faith joined the NRCF program in 2016 and joined Nelson Mandela Primary School, where she studied until 2020. In 2021, she secured a place at Precious Blood Riruta Secondary School, a prestigious institution known for academic excellence. At Precious Blood, Faith not only excelled in her studies but also took on leadership roles—serving as the Assistant Head of Kiswahili in her class and actively participating in hockey.

With her outstanding performance in KCSE 2024, Faith aspires to pursue a career in the medical field at Kenyatta University. Her dream is to become a medical doctor, a career driven by her passion for helping others and making a difference in the healthcare sector. 

Faith attributes much of her success to the immense support she received along the way. She expresses her heartfelt gratitude to Mary, her sponsor, saying, “I would really like to thank her for her continuous support in my studies.” She also acknowledges the NRCF Foundation for its unwavering support in her education and family life, providing food aid and ensuring she and her sisters had the opportunity to study.

As she prepares for the next chapter of her academic journey, we celebrate Faith’s achievements and wish her all the best. The future is bright for Faith, and we can’t wait to see the impact she will make in the world.

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Francis is a professional zoologist, rabbit farmer, and web developer with an inspiring story of resilience and entrepreneurship. His journey with the NRCF program began in 2010 when he joined the program, as his mother had struggled to keep him in school. Through NRCF’s assistance, he completed his primary and secondary education and later earned a Bachelor of Science in Zoology from Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT).

Today, Francis is a thriving entrepreneur, running his own business, Epicears Rabbitry, which he established in November 2023. His journey into entrepreneurship was strengthened by his time in the Techmates program, where he acquired valuable web development skills. These skills have enabled him to create a website for Epicears Rabbitry, enhancing its reach and marketing effectiveness.

His involvement in NRCF’s Small Business Training program further boosted his business. The training program provided Francis with funds to expand by purchasing new rabbits, helping him meet growing customer demand. Epicears Rabbitry also caters to events by selling rabbit meat-based dishes, a popular option due to the meat’s lean and healthy protein content. The demand has grown so significantly that Francis now collaborates with other farmers to maintain a steady supply.

Francis is grateful to the NRCF program for both his educational foundation and the support he received to fuel his entrepreneurial journey. He is optimistic about the continued growth of Epicears Rabbitry and is committed to providing a nutritious food option to the community while scaling his business.

Plister

Plister joined the organization on 8th December 2007. Before that, her parents could not pay her school fees, which made it difficult for her to continue her education. However, joining the organization allowed her to attend school and receive the support she needed to succeed. 

 In January 2008, she was enrolled in City Prime School and later transferred to Nelson Mandela Primary School where she completed her primary studies. She proceeded to St’ Tito Girls High School for secondary education. After completing her Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, Plister joined the National Youth Service where youths are trained in Paramilitary skills and professional courses that match their qualifications.

 As a child, she had always felt a deep connection to children being drawn to their curiosity and boundless energy. This passion led her to pursue a Diploma in Early Childhood Development at the International Training Teachers College Kitengela.

After graduating with her diploma, Plister secured a job at Lakewood Emerald School Kitengela. Every day, she wakes up with a sense of purpose and excitement, knowing that she has the privilege of shaping the lives of young children.  Her interaction with her students reminds her of her journey and the transformational impact that education can have.

Thanks to the foundation, Plister, a once shy and introverted girl is now a confident outgoing young woman. “It is through the foundation’s support that I was able to achieve my dreams. Working as a teacher has helped me come out of my shell”, she smilingly said. Today,  Plister has been able to transform her life and is now self-sufficient, supporting herself and her family.

Brenda

The program welcomed Brenda on June 26, 2008. She attended City Prime School for her elementary schooling before transferring to Nelson Mandela School. St. Tito Girls High School was where she went to complete her secondary school. Later, at International Teachers Training College in Kitengela, Brenda worked towards a diploma in Early Childhood Development Studies. After finishing her studies, she was fortunate enough to land a job at Kitengela’s Lakewood Emerald School.

 Brenda gets her energy and pleasure from interacting with people, thus she excels in social situations. She expresses herself with confidence and is conversational and active. Her profession and social life complement one another since she has no trouble relating to kids in a classroom setting. She inspires and motivates pupils because of her interactive teaching style, which increases their enjoyment of learning. She has become more organized, self-motivated, and optimistic about her work over time.

 Brenda is incredibly appreciative of Marti Morfitt, her sponsor via the Ngong Road Children’s Foundation. She acknowledges that she could not have gone to school without the program’s support. Her life has been totally transformed by the support she received; she is now able to support her child, herself, and even her mother and brothers. She is particularly appreciative of the life-changing programs that served as the cornerstone of her development, including summer camps, computer lessons, and medical assistance. She is incredibly grateful and hopes that the Ngong Road Children’s Foundation will continue to help other underprivileged children the way it helped her. 

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Carolyne joined the NRCF program in 2012. Starting her education at Jagiet Academy which is one of our focus schools, she began her primary education. She then continued to Mirithu Girls High School, where she completed her secondary studies.

Her passion for community work led her to pursue a certificate in community development at Kabete National Polytechnic. After graduating, she worked as a case manager in the NRCF office in both primary and secondary departments. But her curiosity and drive didn’t stop there. When she learned about the organization’s apprenticeship program, she eagerly enrolled. For three months, she trained under a master craftsman in fashion and design, sharpening her skills with dedication. Upon completing the program, she was gifted a sewing machine, a tool that would help shape her future.

Today, Carolyne is a skilled tailor and fashion designer. She has embraced the digital age by selling her creations online and has transformed her life in ways she once only dreamed of. She now supports herself and her siblings and helps her mother with rent and groceries. 

Carolyne’s outgoing and friendly nature perfectly complements her career in fashion and design, where her warm demeanor and excellent communication skills attract loyal customers. She is deeply grateful to the Ngong Road Children’s Foundation (NRCF) for their unwavering support and extends her heartfelt thanks to her sponsor for guiding her through her entire academic journey. For Carolyne, this experience is a permanent testimony of hope, and she hopes that NRCF continues to support other vulnerable students for years to come.

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Teresiah’s journey at Ngong Road Children’s Foundation began on the 12th of August, 2006, when she joined the program that would forever change her life. Starting at Jagiet Academy, she later moved to GSU Primary, where she completed her primary education. After passing the Kenya Certificate of Primary Examination, she stepped into Enna School for her secondary education, full of dreams and determination. In pursuant of her passion, Teresiah joined Mountain Top College to study Hotel Management, a field that had always captivated her heart.

Upon graduating, Teresiah’s culinary talents took her to various esteemed hotels, Kisii Mart Supermarket, IBIS Styles, Waterbuck, and White Rhino hotels, where she sharpened her skills as a chef and pastry expert. Today, she proudly serves as the Chief Cook at Ngong Road Children’s Foundation, a place that feels like home, where her journey first began.

Throughout her life, Teresiah has benefited immensely from the opportunities provided by the organization. Programs in Sexual Reproductive Health, computer classes, and medical care all played a vital role in shaping the person she has become. But it was the summer camp that truly brought her the most joy—a memory she cherishes deeply.

Growing up, Teresiah was a reserved child, keeping to herself and having only a few close friends. But over the years, she blossomed into a self-principled, organized, and responsible young woman. Now married with two beautiful children, she reflects on her journey with profound gratitude.

Teresiah is deeply thankful to Ngong Road Children’s Foundation for holding her hand through every step of her educational journey. Her heart swells with appreciation for her sponsor, who never wavered in their support. Without this unwavering support, she knows that attending school would have been an impossible dream, given the challenges her family faced. As she looks back, Teresiah’s heart is filled with hope and a wish that the organization continues to uplift and empower many more needy students, just as it did for her.

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