The Unexpected Turn
A writer’s pen was my heart’s desire,
To weave tales and make words conspire,
But parents’ wishes, a different path chose,
A nurse’s care, my soul’s repose.
Yet fate had other plans, it seemed,
For business management, my skills beamed,
A different dream, a new design,
A journey unexpected, yet mine.
Though words still whisper in my…
Meet Michelle Lemuya, an Award-Winning Young Lead Actress From The Internationally Acclaimed Movie “NAWI”
Hello, my name is Michelle Lemuya Ikeny, and I’m 14 years old. Growing up in Turkana, one of Kenya’s arid and semi-arid lands (ASAL regions), I’ve seen firsthand how challenges can make success seem out of reach. But despite these difficulties, I’ve always dared to dream big.
From a young…
Overcoming Writer’s Block And Finding Inspiration To Keep Going
As I sat at my desk, staring at the blank page before me, I felt discouraged. My dreams seemed distant, and I wondered if success was merely a myth for a village black girl like me.
Then, I recalled my mentor’s words from my student days: “Success is not a…
My Journey with Chronic Pain
When I was 19, I received a life-altering diagnosis. The doctors called it soft tissue sarcoma. The tumour spanned from my pelvis to my knee, entangling itself with every soft tissue it could reach, including the sciatic nerve. The treatment plan was aggressive and unrelenting: radiation, surgery, chemotherapy, followed…
The Lady In Tech, Princess Blessing’s Story.
I began tutoring because of the countless questions I received. I noticed that many people struggle with technology in the 21st century, and seeing the challenges around me, I decided to dedicate my time to teaching technology for free. It’s amazing how life can guide you to your true…
My Journey from Humble Beginnings to an Aspiring Author
I am Vincent Kiplangat Sang Masway, a student at the University of Nairobi, a scientist majoring in mathematics and physics. My journey has been far from easy, marked by challenges, doubts, and a constant drive to rise above my circumstances. This is the story of my upbringing, the obstacles…
From being a housemaid to being a published author & now a master’s degree student..
My name is Zwelihle Banks Nsiiwa. I used to work as a house helper and am now an author of educational children’s books available in 7 languages. After my sister passed away, I became the guardian of her two kids, aged 5 and 9, and had to work hard…
My name is Cheptoo Levian Chepkwony, and this is my story.
I completed high school last year (2023), and I’ll be joining Kisii University in September 2024.
In addition to being a student, I am also an author and an inspirational speaker. My journey as
an author began when I was in Form 1. After being inspired by numerous motivational books, I
felt…
Battle between career and passion
Poem:
I am a career woman yet I’m passionate about my possibilities
In a tightrope between career and passion
I am worthy of a good future
I am worthy of success
I am worthy of making it in life
I know the importance and have lived the career steps, yet I’m passionate about my possibilities
I am…
