From House Boy to Company Director: Kenyan Man Shares His 13-Year Struggle Despite Earning a First-Class Degree

My name is Peter, and I hail from Eldoret, Kenya. For most people, graduating with a first-class degree promises a bright and successful future. For me, however, it marked the beginning of an even tougher journey. After completing my Business Administration degree with top honors, I expected immediate opportunities to come my way.

But reality was harsh. Companies turned me down, often citing lack of experience. Some even suggested I start from entry-level positions, a humiliating proposition given my academic achievements.

To make ends meet, I accepted any work I could find. For 13 years, I served as a house boy in various homes—cleaning, cooking, and running errands—while witnessing others with far less education advance in their careers.

It was an incredibly painful experience. I felt unseen, unappreciated, and hopeless. Friends and relatives would ask why I wasn’t working in a professional office, and I often had to conceal my tears. Each day reminded me of life’s unfairness, and I began to doubt whether I would ever fulfill my dreams. During this period of despair, a friend in.To Continue Reading, Click Here