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Francis Ngui

Monthly Cost: $50.00

Overview

Male
Machakos, Kenya
Grade 9
Age 17
June 26, 2008
Cared for by mother

Biography

Francis is a quiet and studious young man. He is currently in 10th grade at a Boys Secondary School where he is an average student. Francis lives with his mom and two siblings since his Dad left the family when Francis was just a young boy. His mom survives on her small income at the local pineapple plantation where she works in season. When she is not working there, the family really struggles. Francis believes with the help and support of a friend, he will be able to overcome the challenges his family faces and become a man of God in his generation.

About Francis's Home: Machakos

Machakos County is a part of Southeastern Kenya is generally known as Ukambani. The climate is usually hot and dry making farming a challenge and food supplies short. The main diet in these areas is corn products, beans, some fruits and green vegetables such as kale when the weather permits. The main language spoken is Kikamba and the primary religion is Christianity though there is still much traditional superstition and a recent influx of Islam.