Kisumu – A promising student from West Nyakach Ward, Upper Kadiang’a Sub-location, is facing an uncertain future after being forced to drop out of school due to financial difficulties.

Ballola Onyango is an exceptionally determined and bright young man who captured the attention of his community in 2021 when he excelled in the Kenya Certificate of Primary Education exams.

Ballola's aunt, Domoline Adhiambo, told that the youngster scored an impressive 381 marks in the final-year exams.

His outstanding performance at Onwang’o Primary School earned him a coveted spot at Kanga High School, one of the top-performing national schools in the country.

Thanks to the generosity of a well-wisher, Ballola was able to join Form One and begin his secondary education.

The milestone was a dream come true for the hardworking student and a source of pride for his family and village.

However, the financial assistance was not sustainable, and over time, the burden of tuition and other school-related expenses became too much to bear.

Despite the family’s best efforts, they have been unable to raise the necessary funds to keep Ballola in school.

The result has been a heartbreaking interruption of his academic journey, with the young scholar now staying at home, his future hanging in the balance.

Speaking about the turn of events, Ballola expressed deep sadness over the situation, but remains hopeful that someone will step forward to help him resume his studies.

“I still believe in my dream. I know I can make it if given the chance,” he said.

Community members and leaders are now appealing to well-wishers, charitable organisations, and government education support programs.

He expressed his desire to continue with his education to ensure that his bright future is not dimmed by a lack of school fees.

Anyone willing to support Ballola Onyango can reach out through his sister, who currently serves as his guardian, at 0745665824.

As of the time of filing this story, the fourth born in a family of six kids owed the school over KSh 181,000.

Source: TUKO.co.ke