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One woman’s quest to rescue Kilifi women from harsh chains of poverty

Esther Yaa sewing clothes at her Mzizimani tailoring shop, a project she opened back in 2016. [Standard]

Growing up in Malanga, Ganze constituency, Mrs Esther Yaa had big dreams. She wanted a good, comfortable life. 

Unfortunately, she never went to school since her parents were immersed in their culture and never valued education. 

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