The universal declaration on human rights in 1948 by the United Nations Organization embraces education as a basic human right. This influenced policy in Kenya and free primary education for all was adopted. This increased access to education for the rural poor. This has therefore guaranteed all children an equal chance to access primary education. Despite this milestone, after completion of primary school many children are faced with the challenge of access to secondary education due to school fees and other entry requirements. Irene Chao is one such case. Having achieved 300 out of the possible 500 marks in her Kenya certificate of primary education exam. She was called to Murray girls’ high school an extra county school in Taita Taveta County. Despite receiving a calling letter Irene did not report to school due to financial challenges. Being the fourth born in a family of seven, the parents who are subsistent farmers were unable to cater for her high school needs.
TATUA organization was notified of Irene’s case. Members pleaded with the principal of Murray girls’ to preserve her place as there was a risk of it being given out to other students who were desperate for the opportunity. Consequently, members started mobilizing for funds to cater for entry requirements and school fees. African Education Pathways was contacted and offered to support the girls dream, given that it’s geared towards supporting education in Kenya.
17TH May 2022 was a memorable day for Irene. This is the day she report to her dream school albeit two weeks late. This was thanks to AEP who supported this dream by paying part of the school fees. This was done in Partnership with TATUA youth organization. By paying part of the levies the girl was admitted in school making her dreams and those of her community achievable. Africa Education Pathways in its endevour to support education in Africa managed to put a smile on the face of this little girl
Irene Chao is now pursuing her secondary education with support from African Education Pathways.
Irene; “I promise to work hard in my studies and will forever be glad for supporting me when I was helpless.