In a heartwarming display, Mombasa Cement Company has extended a lifeline to a promising young scholar, Clinton Muchoka, hailing from Mombasa County.
Clinton faced with the daunting prospect of truncating his education due to financial challenges, his dreams have been reignited as the company steps forward to offer a four-year full scholarship, ensuring his educational journey remains uninterrupted.
Clinton’s remarkable academic achievement, scoring an impressive 400 marks in the KCPE, stood in stark contrast to the harsh reality of his circumstances.
Living in the Junda area of Mishomoroni informal settlement, Kisauni Sub-county, with his single mother, Eunice Khadiav, Clinton’s family struggled to make ends meet, let alone afford the exorbitant costs of secondary education.
Moved by Clinton’s tenacity and potential, Mombasa Cement Company, through its community programs head, Mumtaz Sayani, has taken decisive action to support the young scholar’s aspirations he emphasized the company’s unwavering commitment to providing equal educational opportunities to deserving individuals, irrespective of their socio-economic background.
The company’s intervention goes beyond mere financial assistance; representing a beacon of hope for countless other marginalized students across the region. By investing in Clinton’s future, Mombasa Cement Company is not only empowering an individual but also catalyzing positive change within the community.
Expressions of gratitude poured forth from Clinton’s family as they welcomed the news with overwhelming relief and joy Eunice Khadiav conveyed her heartfelt appreciation to the sponsors and the media for shedding light on their plight, which ultimately paved the way for this transformative opportunity.
“I have no words to express my gratitude I am overwhelmed with emotion My only child, Clinton, will now have the chance to join Form One and continue his education,” said Ms Khadiav.
In response, Clinton, buoyed by newfound optimism, pledged to dedicate himself wholeheartedly to his studies, harboring aspirations of becoming a lawyer in the future. His determination serves as a poignant reminder of the transformative power of education and the boundless potential that lies within every young mind.
“I am filled with happiness, and I am determined to focus on my education I aspire to become a lawyer this has been a long-time dream,” said Clinton.
As preparations are made for Clinton to embark on this transformative journey, the Mombasa Cement Company reaffirms its commitment to providing all necessary resources and support to ensure his success.
Plans are already underway to procure essential school supplies and cover tuition fees, allowing him to enroll promptly in his preferred school, St. George’s Secondary School in Kaloleni, Kilifi County.
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