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James has been under the care of his elder brother after the death of his father in 1997. His mother lives in the countryside with the younger siblings. Being a teacher at an informal primary school in Kibera, James' brother struggles to raise school fees for him owing to the fact that he has a young family with two kids to provide for. This situation puts James' future in school in the balance since his brother has already stated that if the load gets too heavy for him then he will have no option but to stop paying his younger brother's fees. Having James on this platform is ensuring his continued stay in school and securing his otherwise bright future in the academic circle.

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Total $500
  • Boarding Fees
    $250
  • Tuition
    $150
  • Food
    $100

James's Funding history

Year Grade Receipt Status
2015 Form 4
2014 Form 3
2013 Form 2

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James
Fri, June 12, 2015 at 8:24 am GMT
Hello Aziza,
I am happy to hear from you and also your interest in knowing more about me. I am form four student and I will be finishing my high school this year. I learn in a boarding school and I live with my mother whenever the school closes. I also love reading. I grew up near the shores of Lake Victoria and I learnt how to swim at a very tender age. I am the last born in a family of seven children.
How is life in Karatu? Do you have any siblings and what are their occupation?
Aziza
Fri, May 29, 2015 at 11:53 am GMT
Hi dear James O,
how are you?
my hope is that you are so fine as me,
my name is Aziza from Karatu Tanzania, am form five to be this year,
I live with my grandmom with my young and my hobby is to read book stories,,,
so I would like to know you better. may you please introduce yourself to me?
I want to know your story a little bit,,,
hope to hear back soon.
WITH HAPPY AND FUN I SEND THIS TO YOU....
HAVEA NICE STUDIES AND BE BLESSED BY JESUS because I think you believe him.....
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