ADDICTION IS CAPTIVATING

My name is Edward Kooma. I lost both my parents in the early years of 2000 (2000-2003). I had a rough time even when I was taken up by my grandmother to live with. It was difficult to get the basic needs which led to my running to the streets in Kakamega town in 2005. Although this life was too hard as well, but with time I adjusted after finding friends (my peers) with whom we socialized and could do much together. In 2006 a social worker from WEAEP  came and talked to me, counselled with me then took me to their centre. I received care and encouragement and basic needs like food and accommodation. It was however challenging to cope with the younger, cleaner children who were there, so I found myself the odd one out. There was no freedom, so I ran back to the streets. I desire to get into school to learn, but I find no one to support me. If I get a sponsor, I can work hard to achieve my dream in life.

Location: MUNICIPALITY, KAKAMEGA, KENYA