This archive report was first published on 23 August 2021.
Published on August 23, 2021, Dr. Joseph Mburu, a Programmes Evaluator and Reporter at the Ministry of Immigration in Canada, shares his remarkable story of personal and career growth.
Dr. Mburu's educational background is impressive, having attended Tabani Primary School, Lukhuna Secondary School for O-Level, and Malava Boys for A-Level. He then pursued his undergraduate degree in Political Science at the University of Nairobi, followed by a Master's in Public Advancement and Relations at the University of York in the UK, and a PhD in Public Administration and International Relations.
Before joining the Ministry of Immigration in Canada, Dr. Mburu worked as a secondary school teacher, lecturer, and held positions in the Office of the President and the Finance Ministry. His journey to Canada began as a lecturer, and he is now an officer at the Ministry of Immigration.
Dr. Mburu's early life was marked by hard work, including a stint as a sugarcane harvester in his village, earning Sh500 per month. He reflects on this experience, saying it taught him patience. When asked about his worst and best jobs, Dr. Mburu humbly states that he doesn't consider any job bad, as both provided for his needs despite the challenges.
Dr. Mburu has lived in various neighborhoods, including Dandora, where he experienced theft on his first day. He now resides in Canada. He attributes his biggest regret to missing an opportunity to further his studies and explore his horizons in time.
When asked about one thing he cannot give away, Dr. Mburu mentions his family, job, and relationship with God. His father's advice to keep going and not give up has been a guiding force in his life.
