Community Bahati

Age 16

Grade Level in School 10

School Name Ndungiri Secondary School

School Type Day

Gender Female

About Tabitha lives with both her parents and her two siblings. Unfortunately, her father is an alcoholic who does not contribute to the family's welfare, leaving her mother as the sole breadwinner. Her mother relies on casual jobs to meet the family's daily needs, but these jobs do not pay well enough to cover Tabitha's school fees. As a result, Tabitha is often sent home from school due to unpaid fees, leading to instability in her education. This frequent absenteeism has negatively impacted her academic performance. Despite these challenges, Tabitha remains hopeful and determined. She draws strength from her prayerful mother, who also holds on to the hope that a sponsor will come forward to assist with Tabitha's school fees. Tabitha dreams of becoming a doctor and is confident that with consistent support, she can achieve her future goals and uplift her family from their current struggles.