Jonathan Kakooza, 12yrs

Jonathan spent four years away from school, living with his mother, who ran a small food stall. A quiet and humble child, he lost interest in education when placed in primary three at 12, feeling out of place as the oldest student. Struggling with English and the pace of learning, he resorted to washing motorbikes and catching mudfish for meals. After a team from Beyond Nations visited and emphasized the importance of education, Jonathan returned to school. Now, he arrives early, excels in his studies, and dreams of becoming a structural engineer. $30 a month will make his dream a…