Consolatta Akinyi
Monthly Cost: $50.00
Overview
Biography
Consolatta is a hardworking a friendly young lady. Sadly she has seen many difficulties in her short life. Connie's Dad passed away when she was only a little girl. Her Dad's family blamed Connie's mom for the death and wanted nothing to do with the family - even pushing her out of their house. Connie's Mom was very determined and the family has survived with the small income she makes selling food to local workers. In addition to losing her Dad and his family, Connie's family has also suffered because her older sister is mentally and physically handicapped and the medication she needs leaves little room for the family to do anything else. By the grace of God, she and her older brother received a sponsorship for many years but that has recently been discontinued leaving Connie in need of a friend to hold her hand and help her overcome. Would you be that friend to her?
About Consolatta's Home: Siaya
Siaya County is situated in the western part of Kenya, bordered by Lake Victoria to the west, which is the largest lake in Africa. It shares boundaries with Kisumu County to the north, Vihiga County to the northeast, Kakamega County to the east, and Homa Bay County to the south. The landscape is dominated by fertile soil and rich agricultural potential. The county is also endowed with several rivers and streams that contribute to its agricultural productivity.Agriculture is a major economic activity in Siaya County. The county is known for growing crops such as maize, millet, sorghum, beans, and groundnuts. The proximity to Lake Victoria also supports fishing as a key economic activity.The majority ethnic group in Siaya County is the Luo. The Luo community is known for its rich cultural traditions, including music, dance, and oral literature.The primary language spoken is Dholuo, though Swahili and English are also widely used, especially in official and business contexts.A significant portion of the population in Siaya County lives below the poverty line. The reliance on subsistence farming and fishing, combined with limited economic diversification, contributes to economic hardship.In Siaya County, the main religion practiced is Christianity. This reflects the broader trend across Kenya, where Christianity is the predominant faith.