John Kevin Owuor was not deterred by his background while he was thinking of joining Strathmore University. He did not have school fees, accommodation or upkeep money to work with, but he had a desire, a smart mind and hope. With support from his family and spiritual leaders, he was driven to start on a blind journey that has proven to be one of the best choices he ever made.

The Obama Foundation fellow spent most of her time building a company known as Weza Tele, a mobile solution firm in the distribution, supply chain and financial services.

When my wife and I learned of Macheo, we knew at once that we had to play a role in nourishing it. We are hoping to bring this program to the attention of Strathmore Alumni in the USA and have a meet-up after the pandemic restrictions are relaxed so as to raise significant funds for Macheo.