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Gladys Kanyiri at her salon in Meru town. [Standard]
When Gladys Kanyiri completed Form Four, the only viable options for her were a short course in hairdressing, or early marriage.
Even though her dream to become a teacher was now out of reach, Kanyiri desired to make something of herself. She, therefore, approached the owner of a local beauty salon to take her on as an apprentice.
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