From hawking to healthcare: The story of a Kenyan nurse
By DW
28 January 2023 |
11:18 am
A 28 year-old Kenyan nurse— who was formerly a hawker— is currently on her way to the UK for further studies. Fulfilling this dream has also inspired many other young Kenyans.
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