The Inspiring Journeys of Peggy Achieng and Humphrey Burugu: Bridging Dreams to Reality
Peggy Achieng Sonye: Rising Above Challenges
In the heart of Kisumu, on October 10, 2001, an ambitious child was born. Peggy Achieng Sonye, the second of four children, was determined to shine despite the odds. Her father worked tirelessly in a cyber café, while her mother toiled as a farmer. Life wasn’t easy, but Peggy’s spirit was unyielding.
From a young age, Peggy exhibited a hunger for knowledge. She began her educational journey at Bridge International Academy, Kingston, where she sat for her KCPE exams in 2015, scoring 328 marks.
Bridge was more than a school; it was my source of strength and hope. The unique uniforms, the academic excellence, and the nurturing environment made us feel special and capable. She fondly recalls.
Peggy’s high school years at Diemo Mixed Secondary School were marked by challenges. As a day scholar, she often struggled with late arrivals due to family responsibilities. Yet, she never lost sight of her goals. She embraced leadership roles, becoming the school captain and participating in numerous school contests.
Those experiences taught me resilience and the power of self-belief, she says. She completed her KCSE exams in 2019.
In 2020, Peggy joined the University of Embu to pursue a Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology. University life was a whirlwind of new experiences and financial struggles.
Coming from a rural background, adjusting to the diverse university environment was tough, but it broadened my horizons, she shares.
Despite the challenges, Peggy completed her degree in April 2024. Today, Peggy is engaging in casual work while awaiting her graduation. She has a mix of excitement and uncertainty about the future.
I’m thrilled to have completed my degree, completing my university education amidst so many challenges feels like finally seeing the sun after the floods. It’s a reminder that no matter how tough the journey, perseverance and hope can lead you to brighter days I am eager to see what life has in store, she says, her eyes gleaming with hope.
In the next five to ten years, she envisions herself as a successful entrepreneur, financially empowered, and surrounded by a loving family.
Peggy’s advice to current Bridge pupils is simple:
The sky is not the limit. With determination and discipline, you can reach unimaginable heights. It’s not just about academics; embrace extracurricular activities too.
Humphrey Burugu Wairegi: From Humble Beginnings to Aspiring Accountant
In the serene village of Nyandarua North, on September 18, 2002, Humphrey Burugu Wairegi was born into a world of challenges. The eldest of three children, he watched his mother toil on their farm and his father run a recycling business. Despite their hard work, life in the Kiambiu slums was tough.
Humphrey’s education journey began at Bridge International Academies, Kiambiu, where he scored 311 marks in his KCPE exams in 2015.
Bridge taught us more than academics; it taught us discipline and resilience. Attending a symposium in Nakuru was a life-changing experience, instilling in me the confidence to dream big. Humphrey recalls.
High school at Igikiro Boys was a battleground of peer pressure and substance abuse. But Humphrey’s inner strength, nurtured by Bridge, helped him rise above these challenges. He successfully completed his KCSE exams in 2019.
In 2020, Humphrey joined the Catholic University of Eastern Africa to pursue a Bachelor of Commerce, specializing in Accounting. Commuting daily from Eastleigh to Langata due to financial constraints was not easy.
Those long, exhausting walks tested my limits, but they also strengthened my zeal to make it in life, he reflects.
As he awaits his graduation, Humphrey is filled with gratitude and a sense of achievement.
I’ve gained so much, both academically and personally, he says. In the next five to ten years, he dreams of becoming a certified public accountant and making a significant impact at the national level.
His ultimate goal is to uplift his family from the Kiambiu slums to a more sustainable environment. Humphrey’s message to other pupils is inspiring:
Nothing comes easy. Work hard and smart. Carry a positive mentality and believe in your dreams.
The stories of Peggy Achieng Sonye and Humphrey Burugu Wairegi are powerful testaments to the transformative power of education. Bridge International Academies provided them with not just academic knowledge but also the strength to dream and the courage to pursue those dreams.
Peggy and Humphrey’s journeys are filled with challenges, but their resilience and determination are inspiring. They are living proof that with the right support and a strong will, anything is possible.
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