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Vinace Mwende ended up among the increasing number of university students and alumni leaving school without an immediate employment opportunity.
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She had to go back to her hometown in Meru as she searched for an alternative means of surviving the unemployment-driven economy.
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In an interview with LFHCK.ID.co.ke, the civil engineering student shared details about her efforts to regain her stability.
A young woman from Meru County has spoken about her experiences since leaving university, with the aim of inspiring fellow students and youth.
Is civil engineering taught at TUK?
After finishing her studies at university, Vinace Mwende turned her attention towards content generation and entrepreneurship.
Her life hasn’t been easy even though she studied a high-paying program in civil engineering at the Technical University of Kenya (TUK).
Speaking to
LFHCK.ID.co.ke
The young woman who sells hard-boiled eggs discussed the difficulties she faced one year after graduating from university.
“I have certain grades that are missing, causing a delay in my graduation. I’m continuing to address this issue and hope to fix it as quickly as possible. The worst outcome would be having to take an additional exam next year, which would be quite stressful,” she said.
What made Mwende go back to Meru?
She attempted to move forward after leaving college, but because of an unresolved problem with incomplete grades, she hasn’t managed to secure employment.
Mwende has attempted various side ventures, yet she has faced significant difficulties, leading her back to her family’s house to live with her parents.
Struggling with additional duties and an unstable paycheck can be tough. I ended up going back to live with my parents to reassess my plans. I began making content, but only for myself at first. I didn’t expect it to connect with so many others, yet here we are.
Several of my followers offered me support, with two individuals reaching out personally. One provided assistance with the boiled egg venture and sent me funds, while another sent money for an additional side project focused on selling children’s jackets,” she explained.
What is Mwende’s income from her enterprise?
Although her boiled egg business is still very new—only a little over a month old—it hasn’t seen much success yet, but she values the fact that she is making some income from it.
Occasionally, she makes a minimum of KSh 600 because she operates it during the evening when her clients are coming back from their jobs.
“Kids’ jackets can generate decent income too, though they’re only popular during certain times of the year. I also run a YouTube channel, so I’d be very grateful if viewers could subscribe and assist me in growing and earning from it,” mentioned Mwende, who scored 374 points in KCPE and achieved an A- in KCSE.
Kenyans encourage Vinace Mwende
Numerous social media users visited her TikTok post to offer support as she began anew in the countryside.
shania kimberly🇺🇸🇰🇪:
I once sold mayai using that very bucket. I decided to leave the village, relocated to Mombasa, and now I’m in the United States 😅. Step 1: Quit the village.
Rabera:
Aki, please, God, treat you as I do for the sake of that child and her life.
Joy Marion🥰:
I’m here with you. I got 269 in KCPE, KCSE… but last month I was promoted to be the manager of our company. I pray that God will create an opportunity for you.
Eng. LaRRy:
Head over to the local university and inquire about an instructional position.
Confidence:
Mimi hakuna kifuniko chako pekee. Grace ni mwingine. Nafurahi sana kwa maisha wangu.
A Chuka University student launches an enterprise to cover tuition costs
In a different tale, a student from Chuka University launched a smokie and mayai pasua venture to cover tuition costs.
Frankline Otongo chose not to remain idle and abandon his studies despite facing economic challenges that impacted his education.
He entered the business as a way to secure an opportunity during his lively academic path.
