Rose Wanja Expresses Thanksgiving Birthday by Clearing KSh67,000 College Fees for Needy Medical Engineering Student

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Rose Wanja has expressed her thanksgiving birthday by paying the outstanding KSh67,000 college fees of a needy student, giving him a second chance to pursue his dream of becoming a Medical Engineering professional.

Wanja was moved after learning the story of Auris Kuria Wanjiku, a Medical Engineering student at Kabete National Polytechnic and the son of a single mother from Naivasha. To help raise money for his school fees, Auris had taken up casual construction work (mjengo) at one of Wanja's project sites.

According to Wanja, the site's engineer, Eng. Mungai Muratha, informed her that the hardworking student had been unable to sit for his end-of-semester examinations because he could not raise the required KSh67,000 in outstanding fees.

"My heart sank. Dear Lord, when will poverty end? Or is it a burden that will always live among us?" Wanja said.

Rather than celebrating her birthday with a party, Wanja said she chose to thank God by transforming the life of a deserving young man through education.

"As my thanksgiving for my birthday, I have decided to clear this young man's outstanding school fees so that he can complete his studies and graduate as a Medical Engineering student. There is no better way to celebrate life than by giving someone else a chance to change theirs," she said.

Wanja explained that she has a special passion for mentoring and supporting young men, particularly through her role as Patron of the Boy Child under the ACK Diocese of Mt. Kenya South.

She said investing in hardworking youth through education is one of the greatest gifts society can offer, adding that many talented students are forced to abandon their dreams because of financial challenges.

"I believe that if we can save one young man today, he will grow up to save many others tomorrow," she said.

Wanja encouraged young people facing economic hardships not to lose hope, urging them to remain focused on their education and aspirations despite the obstacles they encounter.

She also appealed to leaders, well-wishers and members of the public to support bright but needy students, saying acts of kindness can change lives and strengthen communities.

Concluding her message, Wanja prayed for God's blessings upon young people who continue to persevere despite difficult circumstances, noting that true celebration is found in serving others and creating opportunities that leave a lasting impact.

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