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Denis is a total orphan who together with his only sister stays with their uncle in Kibera. He is a confident boy who has his eyes set in achieving his dreams. His performance at Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE) - a National Exam, were sterling that earned him a place at one of the top boys' high school in Nairobi County. Being a total orphan and his uncle being a casual driver at a local bus route, this platform is his only reliable assurance of a successful high school education.

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Total $500
  • Tuition
    $100
  • Food
    $100
  • Boarding Fees
    $300

Denis's Funding history

Year Grade Receipt Status
2015 Form 4
2014 Form 4
2013 Form 3

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Christi
Thu, June 20, 2013 at 8:18 pm GMT
Hi Denis,
Good luck with your exams! What subjects were they in? What are your favorite subjects in school? My favorite subject in school was always English. I loved to read and write for school. I am trying to become a lawyer so that I can read and write for my job as well.

All the best,
Christi
Denis
Sun, June 2, 2013 at 7:45 am GMT
school has been good had a few exams hope to do well
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