She gives children a reason to smile

Namuleyi Wasike, the Bungoma anti-jigger campaigner in different poses during the interview. She uses her wide following on Facebook to fuel her anti-jigger activities. Her Facebook friends send her donations to sponsor her fight against jiggers. (PHOTOS: DANIEL PSIRMOI / STANDARD)

Bungoma, Kenya: She would pass for an ordinary person in the streets of Bungoma town at first glance, but Namuleyi Wasike has earned her place in history for her spirited solo fight against jigger infestation in the country.

Namuleyi, who is in her early 40s, has been assisting families in various constituencies in Bungoma County and neighbouring regions in creating awareness about containing jigger infestation, common among school-going children and adults.