Disability is not Inability: Samson Waweru’s Story of Resilience and Determination

Born partially blind to a single parent of three, Samson Waweru, 22, is a focused young man who has proved that Disability is not Inability.

His eyes condition worsened at the tender age of 5, forcing him to abandon studies for some time while seeking medication. The condition could not, however, be reversed and he went totally blind. Her mother could not afford taking him to Special school there after due to financial constrains.

At 7 Years, he joined Kivuli centre. Kivuli enrolled him to a special school for the blind for him to continue pursuing his dream.

Despite being blind Waweru’s academic prowess has given him hope in life. His resilience and determination saw him top the Kivuli team at the National Examination, KCPE (Kenya Certificate of Primary Education) exams four years ago. Last year, he sat for his KCSE (Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education) with determination to overcome all difficulties and be an independent person giving his contribution to the betterment of the society. He wishes to become a lawyer, focusing on representing the less privileged.