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Kenya

Cedrick Jumba

Cedrick is an orphan who lives with his grandmother in Kenya. His mother died when he was 5 years old, followed by his father two years later. Though Cedrick was frequently undernourished, he was able to attend primary school thanks to a kind donor who paid his examination fees. Cedrick’s grandmother was unable to pay secondary school fees, but thanks to FOTIS, Cedrick now leaves home just after 6am every morning to walk 5kms to the International Village Secondary School. Cedrick hopes to fulfill his dream of being a doctor one day.

Cornelius

Cornelius is one of 6 children. His father is a subsistence farmer with no income. By paying Cornelius’ secondary school fees, FOTIS is giving Cornelius and his family the chance to have a better future. “I appreciate for all that you have done (for) me. This is the basic thing that my parents could not manage for me. I also appreciate you being kind and giving me this chance…. I am promising to work harder than I am working. I will make my future brighter than one may dream of. May god bless you and me and lets have love. Thanks for what you have done for me. Faithful Cornelius”

Uganda

Taabu Susan

Susan is from the Busia district of Eastern Uganda. She is fifteen years old and is one of four children. Her father died of AIDS and her mother is living with HIV/AIDS. Susan’s mother cannot afford to pay school fees for her four children. FOTIS sponsors Susan who is now in Senior Two grade at St John Secondary School in Busia. She dearly wishes to complete her education, which will allow her to improve her and her family’s future.

Kafuta Sarah

Sarah was born in the district of Masaba in Uganda. She is the fifth child in a family of seven. Her father passed away in 2000 at the age of 45, which left her mother unable to commit to paying for her children’s education. Sarah has been fortunate to have had an Aunt who was a primary school teacher teach her at home when she was younger. Now Sarah receives sponsorship from FOTIS and is excited to be undertaking her secondary education.

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