This archive report was first published on 11 September 2019.
Collins Kiprono, the census enumerator who captured hearts with his playful nature, is set to graduate from Egerton University after the institution cleared his outstanding fees. The Bachelor of Science in Geography graduate, who was once a street child, had been unable to clear his school fees arrears.
According to reports, Kiprono had an outstanding balance of Sh 58,877, which has now been cleared by Egerton University Chancellor, Dr Narendra Raval. The gesture has enabled Kiprono to officially graduate and start looking for employment.
‘Mtu wa Census’ will graduate in November, marking a significant milestone in his life. In an interview, Kiprono expressed his gratitude to everyone who made this possible, saying, ‘I can only say asante to everyone who made this possible. Now I can officially graduate and start looking for employment,’”
