Grannies in Siaya County gather daily under a tree that they call a classroom to learn English ahead of U.S. President Barack Obama’s visit.
The women from Bar Ogong’o want to know
a few English words so that they can speak with Obama when he visits them this
weekend.
65 year old, Jane Wanjiku Ahenda, who
is among the gumbaro students, says
that her wish is to meet Obama face to face now that she is confident because
she knows English. If her wish comes true, she will request him to fund adult
education in his home County.
Their teacher, Florence Auma Okoth says
she is pleased with their progress so far although they felt disappointed after
reports that the President may not visit Kogelo got to them
The eldest is 73 years.
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