A grandmother in Kenya brings six live chickens to her granddaughter’s school as payment for fees, highlighting the lengths families go to for education amid financial struggles.
Homa Bay County, Kenya – May 2025
In a poignant act of love and determination, a grandmother in Kenya surprised staff at Adiedo Mixed Secondary School by offering six live chickens as payment for her granddaughter’s school fees.
A Desperate Yet Hopeful Gesture
The student had been previously sent home for non-payment of fees. In response, the elderly woman arrived at the school with her granddaughter and a cage of live chickens—one of which laid an egg on arrival, indicating that even her laying hens were part of the sacrifice.
Her gesture moved teachers and onlookers, symbolising the difficult choices many families must make to secure access to education.
Resilience Amid Hardship
The story has since captured attention across Kenya and beyond, with many praising the grandmother’s resourcefulness and resilience in the face of economic hardship. The situation reflects the lengths to which caregivers go to ensure children receive the opportunities they deserve.
A Larger Conversation
While the school’s response has not yet been officially reported, the event raises broader questions about affordability, access, and the social support structures needed to keep vulnerable children in school.
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