Medical Student Who Studied in Russia for 7 Years Returns Home, Sells Ice Cream
- A TikTok user hoped life would be better after studying abroad and successfully graduating following years of hard work
- Unfortunately, things did not go as planned as he returned home without any employment opportunities, forcing him to seek an alternative source of income
- Social media users flocked to the comment section to share mixed reactions to his TikTok video
TikTok user Your Favourite Doctor shared the unfortunate situation he found himself in after years of studying abroad.
Source: TikTok
The young man used the platform to show how tides can turn in life and that sometimes education is not the key to success.
He had studied a lucrative course in Russia for seven years and successfully graduated from a prestigious university.
He hoped his life would improve and that his academic papers would open doors to good employment opportunities.
“It’s a different ball game in Zambia,” read the caption accompanying his viral and heartbreaking video.
Medical graduate now selling ice cream
In the video, he was seen riding an ice cream bike, ringing a bell to capture the attention of potential customers.
He was fortunate to get a customer who seemed delighted to support him. He served her with a smile, showing he was adjusting to his new hustle.
Afterward, he continued his rounds, looking for more ice cream customers to make ends meet in his new reality.
The medical student’s TikTok video drew the attention of many, prompting people to share various comments.
Netizens react to medical student's TikTok video
Some offered him job opportunities, others gave advice on his next steps, and some shared similar experiences.
Yahweh’s Delight✨🇿🇲❤️🔥😇:
“I’m studying medicine 😭🥺 but just here in Zambia, and I kid you not… it’s just the paper I want to get for my parents 😂. I’ll then proceed to do something that’ll help me earn a living because jobs in Zambia, theliz no 😩🤧. I’ve seen our seniors with degrees still hustling in society. Not saying that’ll be everyone’s story, though, I’ve just been discouraged of late, so I’m pushed to think beyond my career choice. Keep pushing, doc. One day it’ll make sense.”
Nuh Ali:
“If you got a degree in medicine and surgery, did you write the Zambian medics board exam? If yes, did you pass? If yes, have you done your internship? If yes, then you just need to apply for a job all over the world.”
Mavathi
“Start your own small clinic; it will grow into a big private consultation business. Do things differently, ask for investors, approach big businesspeople in Zambia and across Africa. I see something good coming out of this situation. All the best.”
Nasiba Akufuna Chiwembe:
“Young man, you will be employed eventually. Please do voluntary work in government hospitals, submit your application to the Ministry of Health, and keep checking. Also, take your case to the Office of the President for assistance.”
user2500756878880:
“When you get your break, you will treat rich and poor alike, as you will remember this time. Pray for the right doors to open.”
Source: TikTok
Top KCPE student turns to mama mboga after 500 job applications
In another story, a brilliant graduate who scored 409 marks in KCPE turned to selling vegetables after sending out 500 job applications.
Scholastica earned a B plain in the national examination before joining Kenyatta University to pursue a Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce.
Despite her academic excellence, she could not secure stable employment and resorted to working as a vegetable vendor.
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