Former Teen Mother Who Dropped Out of School Achieves Dream of Becoming Midwife
- Once a teenage mother who dropped out of school in Grade Nine, Brenda Siazele Kalimina defied the odds to become a registered nurse and midwife
- Through sheer determination, she worked, studied at night, and eventually earned her qualifications
- Today, she not only helps women bring new life into the world but also inspires young girls to never give up on their dreams
Brenda Siazele Kalimina’s life is a powerful testament to resilience, determination, and the pursuit of dreams against all odds.
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Once a teenage mother who had to drop out of school, she has now become a qualified midwife, helping women bring new life into the world.
Why Brenda dropped out of school
Nkani reports that Brenda’s aspirations of becoming a nurse seemed to fade when she fell pregnant while in Grade Nine, forcing her to leave school.
However, she refused to let her circumstances define her future. Holding on to her childhood dream, she sought a way to get back on track.
Her journey began when she secured a job as a hospital auxiliary worker, a stepping stone that allowed her to gain experience in the medical field.
She later joined the Orphans and Vulnerable Children (OVC) project, where she acquired additional skills and knowledge.
How Brenda balanced work and school
Understanding that education was key to achieving her goal, Brenda made the difficult decision to return to school.
Without a Grade 12 certificate, she enrolled in night classes, balancing work and studies with sheer determination.
Her hard work paid off when she successfully obtained her secondary school certificate.
With this achievement, Brenda was able to enrol at the Chikankata School of Nursing, where she trained as a registered nurse.
But she didn’t stop there—her passion for maternal health drove her to pursue an advanced diploma in midwifery.
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Brenda now a midwife
Today, she proudly serves as a midwife, playing a vital role in safe childbirth and maternal care.
“People used to call me ‘nurse’ even before I was qualified,” Brenda recalled with a smile. “The passion for helping patients is still within me.”
Her dedication has not only transformed her own life but has also inspired her family.
Her firstborn daughter, Muloongo, has followed in her footsteps and is now a nurse herself.
“I am a proud mother,” Brenda said with pride. “Never lose hope. As a girl, you can make it. Don’t give up on your dreams, no matter how impossible they may seem.”
Brenda’s journey serves as a beacon of hope for young girls facing similar challenges.
Kericho woman returns to high school after 16 years
In an almost similar story, Winnie Chebet Chebii made the bold decision of going back to high school years after she dropped out.
Chebet's educational journey ground to a halt when she got married immediately after completing her high school education in 2005.
Determined to finish what she started, she returned to high school 16 years later and joined Form Three, thanks to her supportive husband.
The 38-year-old mother of four narrated her journey of going back to school after a long time and how challenging it was.
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