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I was born in a family of four and I am the last born. I have lived with my mother's sister since I was 3 and she is known as my mother. I would like to be a pilot and in 10 years I see myself still pursuing my dreams. After school I hope to get a job and change the life of my family and proceed to change the living standards of my community. This is so every child can get the opportunity to go to school.

"My name is Phenny, and I like in Kibera. I have two small sisters and one brother. My mother sells vegetables and my father is a casual laborer. My plans and aspirations for my future is that after form 4 I would like to join a computer course. After passing my exams, I will join a university where I will train to be a doctor. After becoming a doctor, I will buy a plot where I will plan to settle and build a house. From there, I will be able to assist my brother and sisters academically."

Agnes’s family has faced great financial struggles; however, even when they are unable to pay for food or rent, they still prioritize her school fees. This has made Agnes incredibly hardworking, disciplined and studious. She is a high achiever in school. Agnes dreams of becoming a neurosurgeon, which stems from her desire to save as many lives as possible. She is also passionate about neglected children and hopes to one day start an orphanage.

I live in the Kibera slums in a village known as Lindi. I have three siblings and live with both parents. My favorite subjects are Math, social studies and science because they engage me and help in critical thinking. My interest is singing and reading inspirational stories that inspire. I am aspiring to be a pilot so that I can fly around the world and also contribute towards improving the lively hoods of people in my community through community projects. I also want to inspire young people to work towards being better each day.

I am a very smart and hardworking girl. My hobbies are dancing, reading, and swimming. When I grow up I would like to become a fashion designer and continue to design fashionable clothes. At school I enjoy the extra curricular activities such as the sports we play. I like learning new things in different subjects but my favorites are social studies and english. I also enjoy crafts.

I studied at Olympic primary school now attend Nyambaria High School. My studies were always impacted by the level of poverty my family lives in. My family's resources went to medical fees for my mother before she passed. My two older siblings joined university but couldn't manage the fees and are now at home. This scholarship is the only way my family could manage to send me to school. I work hard to get good grades so I can also study at university. I am very thankful for this opportunity.