Our Students

Kennedy is currently taking a Full-Stack Development course at Lakehub and is exploring a future in Cybersecurity. He applies the same rigorous discipline he learns from practicing calisthenics to his tech journey, enjoying the hard work it takes to master new and challenging skills. Growing up without digital access, he has always had to rely on school computer labs or shared devices at his training center, making it difficult to present at hackathons or code when late-night inspiration strikes. With his new laptop and internet access, Kennedy will no longer lose those midnight ideas or struggle to work remotely when visiting his rural home, giving him the independence to take his programming skills to the next level.

Alice comes from a farming family with 13 siblings, an environment that taught her the true value of resilience and hard work. She is determined to break the status quo and uplift her family and community through a career in technology. Embracing the challenge of working twice as hard as a woman in her field, she dreams of becoming an inspiration to others. Because physical resources like books are expensive, she has struggled to find the tools necessary to practice her coding skills. With her new laptop and internet access, Alice can now read e-books, participate in online hackathons, and dedicate the consistent practice she needs to master programming.

Andrew, the youngest of three siblings, has always had a curiosity that drove his passion for technology. Despite growing up with limited resources, he pursued a Diploma in Health Records and Information Technology. While volunteering at a hospital, he discovered his love for managing data systems, which inspired him to join the Lakehub program to train as a software developer. Until now, Andrew has had to rely on borrowed computers to practice his coding. With his new laptop, he can finally access the resources he needs to code consistently, hone his craft, and build software solutions for the healthcare industry.

Mandarena, known to her friends as Rina, is an aspiring Web and Graphic Designer. As the eldest of nine children, she draws her strength from her mother, who raised them through difficult times without giving up. She is deeply motivated by her faith and a desire to create functional websites for future clients. With her new laptop, Rina can now develop the professional design skills she needs to support her family and achieve her dreams.

Abdirahman is an aspiring cyber analyst who grew up in the Kalobeyei refugee settlement in Kenya. Despite the challenges of life in the camp, he spent every spare moment learning to code on a shared community computer. He is a self-taught programmer who studied through online tutorials and whatever books he could find. With his new laptop, Abdirahman can now study consistently and focus on the technical skills needed to launch his career in cybersecurity.

Malemba is the oldest of nine children and lives in a refugee residence in Turkana County, Kenya. He is passionate about bringing people together and dreams of becoming a software engineer in the future. His family’s support and seeing others succeed are what keep him motivated to work hard. With his new laptop, Malemba can now start the technical training he needs to reach his career goals and build a bright future for himself and his siblings.

Jeremiah Akol Dong is a 25-year-old living in the Kakuma Refugee Camp, where he is studying commerce and communication skills. Without parents to support him, he relies on his education at Action for Refugees to build a better future. He is fascinated by how computers can improve data analysis and research. Currently, Jeremiah has to borrow a laptop from others to practice what his teachers show him. With his own laptop from GiveInternet.org, he will finally have the independence to study, research, and pursue his professional goals.

Charles is an aspiring Software Engineer living in Kakuma Refugee Camp. Originally from Uganda, he lost his parents and faced severe poverty, eventually forcing him to leave his three sisters behind to seek safety. Despite these hardships, he joined a coding class where he successfully built a YouTube clone using JavaScript and React. He is motivated by seeing others succeed. With his new laptop, Charles can now enroll in online courses and fully pursue his dream of becoming a professional developer.

Tushar is a dedicated first-year BBA student from India who has managed to guide his own education despite coming from a lower-income background. Deeply valuing his large family and the discipline he learns at school, he has a particular interest in Organizational Behavior. However, he recognizes that understanding technology is essential for his future. With his new laptop, Tushar can finally learn computer skills and access the digital resources he needs to build a successful career.

Khalid grew up in a household full of curiosity, debate, and encouragement. He dreams of becoming a software engineer. However, limited access to a laptop and internet has made it difficult for him to fully dive into his coursework or seize remote work opportunities. With a laptop, Khalid could collaborate with peers, contribute to open-source projects, and build a professional portfolio.

John Eliud has always been passionate about technology and dreamed of becoming a software engineer. However, his journey wasn’t easy—he lacked mentors and struggled to find the right resources to grow. Things changed when he joined Zone01 Kisumu, a training program that gave him hands-on skills and a supportive tech community. Without a laptop and internet, it was hard for him to practice coding and explore his tech stack.

Amos is a passionate motion graphics designer who dreams of seeing his work broadcast on television. He grew up in a tough neighborhood with limited positive influences, but he stays focused thanks to the support of good friends & mentors. Inspired by YouTube creators, Amos works hard to improve his skills and hopes to one day create world-class designs. A laptop would help him work faster, access high-quality tutorials and take his craft to the next level.

Favour grew up in an area with limited resources—where education was costly, schools were privately owned, and access to libraries or cafés for research was scarce. Despite this, she’s a vibrant person with a strong circle of friends, a talented netball player, poet, and a school leader. She dreams of becoming an innovative entrepreneur and traveling the world. A laptop and internet access would help her stay updated, complete her coursework more efficiently, and explore new tools to grow her knowledge and creativity—especially in design and research.

With strong support from his family, Ssekide developed a passion for design and technology. One of his proudest moments was creating a digital portfolio for his coursework, which gave him the confidence to pursue graphic design more seriously. Without a laptop, practicing and learning was difficult—but now, with one, he can build his skills, complete projects, and work toward a career that supports both his growth and his community.

Benjamin discovered his passion for web development as a teenager, often borrowing shared devices or using public spaces to teach himself how to code. Growing up in a small town, he built his first website for a school project and later created a portfolio for a local artist. Now, with his own laptop, he can dive deeper into projects, learn consistently, and work toward his dream of becoming a software engineer.

Jovan Steven, a web design enthusiast from the slums, is driven by the thrill of creating something new and the hope that tomorrow brings. He has already worked on projects like rabbitseed.org and dreams of becoming a top web developer. Practicing and improving every day is his goal. With his new laptop, he can now code more, connect with other developers, and access job opportunities more easily.

Malika grew up in a family of nine children, where traditional beliefs often limited girls’ futures—but she became the only one to reach university. Driven by a desire to break societal expectations, she dreams of working in cybersecurity and digital forensics, creating tools that support vulnerable communities, especially girls trapped in cycles of poverty. Receiving a laptop has opened the door to flexible learning and hands-on programming, helping her turn bold ideas into real solutions.

Passionate about technology, Hanna is now pursuing her dream of becoming a full-stack developer and even built a voting system website in her final year of college. Yet despite her drive and talent, the lack of a laptop and reliable internet made it nearly impossible to complete projects or conduct meaningful research. Now, with a laptop in hand, Hannah can finally code, build solutions, and chase her goal of making a real impact through technology.

Marilyne studied multidisciplinary design at Nairobits Trust but lacked a computer to put her skills into practice after completing the course. She is passionate about analyzing and learning from large datasets of visual content, including logos, advertisements, and historical art, to understand design trends and visual communication. Receiving a laptop has enabled her to connect with other designers on platforms like Behance and Dribble. With this access, Marilyne is better equipped to grow as a designer and continue her creative journey.

Martin, raised in Eldoret, moved to Nairobi to seek better opportunities but faced many challenges when his businesses didn't succeed. With the support of friends, he joined Nairobits and began pursuing his dream of becoming a full-stack developer. Thanks to the laptop and internet access, Martin is now better equipped to stay updated and work as a freelancer, bringing him closer to his goals.

Allan is a student at Nairobits Trust, studying graphic design and working part-time as a street photographer. Receiving his own laptop has boosted his productivity, allowing him to complete tasks on time and enhance his photography services through editing software. With a passion for creativity, Allan has built his own graphics brand and aims to create memorable designs and photographs. He is driven by the work of other designers and photographers, aspiring to become a leading creative in his community.

Marta enjoys website design and felt proud when she built a website for a charity organization as part of a project, which impressed her trainer as well. She also loves singing and finds joy in visiting medical facilities to perform for patients, believing it makes them feel calm and better. With a laptop, she now has the time to practice and improve her web design skills, using it mostly for research and to enhance her abilities.

Joyice has a deep passion for animation, especially using programs like Adobe After Effects. Her mother is her biggest motivation, having raised her with strength and determination despite facing challenges alone. Joice aspires to become one of the top female animators in the world and values her family above everything else. Having a laptop will help her research and practice what she learns, allowing her to meet deadlines for clients and advance her skills in animation.

Mary Patricia, a 21-year-old ethnically Iteso, grew up in a family of five with a single mother. Her passion for editing videos shines through in her work, especially in a school project about the journey of a worshiper that she is particularly proud of. Inspired by various filmmakers, Mary Patricia remains determined to succeed because of her love for film editing. In the future, she hopes to start her own agency. Having a computer will allow her to practice more, helping her perfect her skills in film editing.