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Cidia Mutheu Katumo

Monthly Cost: $51.50

Overview

Female
Makueni, Kenya
Grade 10
Age 15
Aug. 16, 2010
Cared for by Katumo (father)

Biography

Cidia is a young woman who recently started grade 10 at a local Secondary School. She lives with her sick father and two siblings, as their mother passed away several years ago after a long illness. Most of the time, Cidia takes on the responsibility of ensuring her family has food to eat. Despite the numerous challenges she faces, she remains determined to continue her education, hoping that one day she will fulfill her potential and be able to help others in her community. Would you be willing to support her on this journey?   

About Cidia's Home: Makueni

Makueni County is a part of Southeastern Kenya 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.