Raised in a traditional Maasai family in Tanzania, Kipson experienced profound loss early in life. His mother died when he was just seven years old. Kipson described it this way: “My world shattered with the passing of my mother. The pain was immense, a constant ache that colored every aspect of my young life.”

His grief was tragically deepened three years later. In his own words, he continues the story: “Then at age ten, I lost my dad. These early experiences left me feeling incredibly alone. I faced numerous challenges from the emotional turmoil of grief to the practical struggles of daily life. The weight of these experiences was heavy, and there were times when I felt overwhelmed.”

Without any surviving parent to care for him and his younger sister, the siblings were taken in by their paternal uncle. The uncle was struggling to support his own family, so Hidden with Christ Ministries began sponsoring the education expenses for the newly orphaned children, Kipson and Neema.

Though Kipson dreamed of working in the medical field one day, he became so frustrated during Secondary School he contemplated quitting altogether. His uncle strongly urged him to remain in school but was worried the teenager was about to make a mistake he would later regret. I happened to visit the family at that time when the children were on a school break. The sponsor who had been faithfully covering Kipson and Neema’s school fees was also with me in Tanzania. Together we prayed with both students, and thankfully, Kipson remained in school.

Kipson was a bright student and after completing Secondary School, entered Kilimanjaro School of Pharmacy. He successfully graduated from that college in 2025. His younger sister, Neema, followed in his footsteps, and is currently studying at the Kilimanjaro School of Pharmacy as well.

With its incredibly challenged economy, Tanzania is a tough place to find a job, even with a college education. But Kipson has successfully entered the working world and is currently employed in a pharmacy in the city of Moshi which does both retail and wholesale business.

The educational sponsorship Kipson received from the Treasures of Africa KIDZ Education Project – was life altering for this Maasai young man. In Tanzania, education experts estimate that only 1% to 2% of Maasai students ever earn a college degree. Our child sponsors have FOREVER altered the trajectory of this young man’s life!

Kipson wrote a letter expressing his gratitude toward his sponsors: “I am writing this letter to express my deepest gratitude for your unwavering support throughout my academic journey. Your belief in me and your commitment to my education have been instrumental in reaching this significant milestone - graduation. I am incredibly thankful for your generosity, which has allowed me to focus on my studies and pursue my dreams without the burden of financial stress. And, I am now employed in one of the big pharmacies in Moshi, Kilimanjaro.”

As a ministry, we want to express a HUGE THANKS to all who have supported the TOA KIDZ Education Fund over the years and those who have prayed for the children. This story is proof of the amazing fruit that sponsoring a child in Tanzania brings forth!

Kipson in front of his workplace currently a student at Kilimanjaro School of Pharmacy

Kipson's younger sister Neema is currently a student at Kilimanjaro School of Pharmacy

Please consider supporting the Treasures of Africa KIDZ Project with a one time or monthly donation to help pay school fees and other education expenses of our students in Tanzania. You will literally be changing lives through your generosity!

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