Time is a crucial element in the journey to success, and for the KCB Foundation scholars who excelled in the 2024 KCSE examination, it was a race against time to overcome challenges and secure a brighter future. Through resilience, hard work, and timely intervention, these students maximized the opportunity given to them and made their families and communities proud.
In the heart of Machakos, Brian Mutuku’s success story unfolds. Raised by his grandmother, Mutuku knew that time was not on his side. Determined to make the most of the scholarship from KCB Foundation, he dedicated every moment to studying. His commitment paid off when he scored an A- from Machakos School, becoming the first in his area to achieve such a high grade.
“I expected an A plain, but I am grateful for what I achieved. I will use this as a stepping stone for my future,” Mutuku said. He now aims to pursue a career in medicine, recognizing that education is a time-sensitive opportunity that must be fully utilized.
Similarly, Marwa Haji from Mandera battled the constraints of time and distance. Raised in an insecure area where education was often disrupted, she made the bold decision to leave home in search of knowledge. The KCB Foundation’s timely intervention provided her with school fees, shopping, and mentorship. Though she scored a B-, Haji remains determined to pursue a career in Information Technology. “You have one chance to change your life—take it,” she advised other students.
For Benjamin Osago, the promise he made to his parents kept him on track. Time was a defining factor in his journey. He set a goal of scoring an A- in his final exams at Maranda High School, and he achieved it. “I had no option but to work hard; my family’s future depended on it,” Osago stated. With the scholarship covering all his school expenses, he remained focused on his studies, ensuring that not a single moment went to waste.
Vallary Chepng’eno from Njoro faced the challenge of studying without electricity. She adapted by utilizing daylight hours and waking up at 4 a.m. to study. Her perseverance earned her an A- at St Joseph’s Girls in Chepterit. “If I had more time to study at night, maybe I would have scored an A,” she reflected.
The KCB Foundation has been instrumental in transforming lives by providing scholarships to underprivileged students. Since 2007, it has sponsored over 5,000 scholars, ensuring 90% transition to tertiary education. With over Sh2 billion disbursed in school fees, the foundation proves that the right support at the right time can change destinies.
