A ray of hope now shines on dozens of underprivileged students across Kenya, thanks to a transformative education scholarship programme spearheaded by a US-based family from Mwea Ward in Embu County.
Engineer Tim Muli, the founder of the Muli Children International Education Programme, has provided full scholarships to 87 bright but needy students, enabling them to pursue secondary education. Remarkably, 23 of these beneficiaries have progressed to university.
Speaking during a reunion party with beneficiaries and their guardians at his ancestral home in Malikini Village, Muli reflected on the programme’s journey, which began in 2009. His vision was simple but profound; to restore the education dreams of children from disadvantaged backgrounds.
“I grew up in a community where many children couldn’t go to school due to lack of resources or the absence of parents. When I moved to the US, I knew I wanted to give back by creating opportunities for these children,” said Muli.
Leadership academy
Over the years, the programme has expanded beyond Mwea to reach students from across the country. Muli shared ambitious plans for the future, including supporting more students in higher education and launching a leadership academy to cultivate young leaders.
“The goal is not just about passing exams but also about creating a generation of change-makers who can lead with purpose,” he added.
Steve Muia, the programme’s director, emphasized its success in targeting the most vulnerable children who might have otherwise missed out on secondary education.
The beneficiaries’ stories painted a picture of lives forever changed.
Jane Kimeu, a mother of twin daughters, expressed heartfelt gratitude for the scholarships that enabled her children to continue their education despite her husband’s illness and financial struggles.
Blessings
“I don’t know where we would be without this programme. It has been a blessing for our family,” she said.
For Kelvin Malilu, the scholarship was a lifeline. After completing primary school, he was destined for a day school due to financial constraints. Instead, the programme enabled him to join a boarding school, where he now dreams of pursuing a career in Medicine.
The Muli Children International Education Programme is more than just a scholarship—it’s a lifeline, a platform for hope, and a beacon of opportunity for Kenya’s underprivileged youth.
By Brian Kaleti
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