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Low marks did not blur his vision to excel in life

From 209 marks in KCPE to university    [ PHOTO BY STANDARD]

Kisii, Kenya: The Kenyan education system, which is known to place a high premium on high grades, can either nurture or crush dreams.

In most cases, the system has been blamed for condemning those who score low marks hence failing to give a chance to millions who might wish to dream beyond the current mark.

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