Nyeri MP Pledges To Pay High School Fees For Scout Leader Who Scored 419 Marks In KCPE

• Mathira MP Eric Wamumbi has reiterated that he intends to keep the promise he made to Celine Wamuyu from Kirigu Primary School
• Wamumbi was impressed by Wamuyu's boldness and promised to pay her high school fees if she scored over 400 marks in her KCPE exams
• The scout leader posted 419 marks and has been called to Kenya High School

Eric Wamumbi, the Member of Parliament for Mathira Constituency in Nyeri County, has pledged to cover the high school fees for a young promising girl from his area.

Celine Wamuyu, a dedicated Scout Leader from Kirigu Primary School, scored 419 marks in the Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE).

Wamuyu led scouts during school event

Wamuyu's stellar performance in the KCPE examinations earned her a spot at The Kenya High School, one of the most prestigious secondary institutions in the country.

In a post on his Facebook page, the MP indicated that he was committed to supporting the young girl's education.

"Just as I said, I will pay her four years of school fees," he wrote, emphasizing his dedication to fostering education and nurturing young leaders within the community.

Apart from academic achievement, Wamuyu has demonstrated exceptional leadership qualities as a Scout Leader.

Wamuyu comes from humble home

She caught the MP's attention during an event at the school last month based on her confidence as she led her fellow scouts.

Wamumbi learned that Wamuyu is the daughter of a single mother from Karatina town and is bright but needy.

Before leaving the event, he promised to pay her entire secondary school fees if she managed 400 marks, something that came to pass.

Public reactions

Ken Nduati:

"Congratulations to her. She stands a chance of even doing better in high school. I wish her nothing less than success in her academics at the next level."

Gibson Wambugu:

"Education is the most powerful weapon that can change the world. Good job, my brother."

Haki Mwari Wa Gathirwah:

"Congratulations, this is an amazing public school. May the girl shine and Eric Wamumbi MP Mathira abarikiwe."

Well-wisher pays Vivian's fees

In a different story, Daddy Owen visited Vivian at her parents' home in Siaya and learnt that her biggest dream was to wear shoes just like other girls.

There was one problem, though; Vivian had been struggling with clubfoot condition.

The musician highlighted the young woman's plight on social media, and she was assisted through his foundation and @curekenya.

A few months later, a Good Samaritan gave Vivian another reason to smile after offering to pay her school fees for the entire year.