Basking in the glory of success

Saadia, who wishes to be a doctor, attributed her achievement to prayers and efforts by her parents and teachers, whom, she said, were all committed to see her achieve what she attained. “I am happy since my dream of attaining high marks was successful, but I am still anxious over whether I will manage to get the national school I like most — Starehe Girls,” said Saadia.

Her mother Ibyan said her daughter was always committed both at home and school to lead in her class of 40 pupils. Excitement filled St Peters Cape View School in Homa Bay Town after it produced the best girl in Nyanza Province.

Emerge best girl

Diana Agnes, who was the fourth overall in the province, scored 426 points to emerge the best girl in the province. Accompanied by her mother, Ms Emily Owuor, her two sisters and two brothers, the fourth-born of the family attributed her success to God, but was quick to include her hard work and support received from her family and teachers. Agnes said she was determined to excel in high school to achieve her dream of becoming a neurosurgeon.