In 2016, Ken Kamero completed a Bachelor of Tourism and Events Management

EIP interview and grad photos with Ken coming soon.

Ken appeared on the popular Kenyan Television show 10 over 10 on Citizen TV. He was asked to go on the show to discuss entertainment at Moi University where he is recognized as one of the most influential student leaders who organizes events. Ken is very appreciative for his support from EIP and noted that “I have so much courage and empowerment from Education Is Power. Thank you EIP.” Check out Ken’s appearence on TV here: https://youtu.be/YsNYXJYAJh0

Below is an interview with Ken upon his graduation:

1) What is the name of the specific educational program you completed including any major?

I  completed a Bachelor’s degree in Tourism and Events Management

2)What was your favourite part of the program or going to school in general?

My Favourite part of the program was learning about Eco Tourism and Events Management .

3) How does gaining a post-secondary education help one succeed in life?

Having gained a post secondary education opens up a lot of opportunities for me including networking with the urban society where I feel more ready for the job market. I have always wanted start my own company and create jobs for other people and I am now able to get jobs and consultation due to my achievement and professional knowledge that I have gained.

4) Where are you working now? 
Currently I  am working with a group of university students that I have been training to work as events management consultants. This year alone we have managed to market our brand and received five major contracts that we managed successfully leaving our customers happy.

5) What are your future goals?

Due to the increased clientele in events consultation and management I am planning to register and start a tourism and events planning company. This will enable me achieve my lifetime goals and objectives and create employment for me and many other youth who are struggling to obtain employment in Kenya.

6) Why should donors support Education is Power?
Donors should continue supporting Education is Power because  it’s a pathway to job creation and youth empowerment.  Through EIP youth develop their skills and gain knowledge which prepares them for the job market in Africa.

7) Any other comments?
I would like to thank my sponsor Mrs.  Isherwood for believing and investing in my education.  It has really turned my life around and now I am  able to depend on myself and empower many other people in my country. With education one has the key to unlock so many doors. My Donor has just assisted me gain access to formal education which has helped me to employ myself and bring solutions to my community.

Past Updates

Photo:  Ken graduating from Zetech College

Ken is the second born from a family of 11 in Kimende, Kenya where his parents do small scale farming.  After high school Ken was not able to go to college right away as it was impossible for his parents to raise the funds he needed. They were already stretched financially paying the high school fees needed for his younger siblings.  However, with the help of a sponsor in Sooke, British Columbia he has recently graduated from Zetech College with an Advanced Diploma in Tourism Management and Consulting.

 During his time at Zetech College, Ken was an Organizing Secretary in his student council which led him to be selected for an internship.  Currently with this internship at Zetech College Ken is involved with marketing and organizing students events focused on community involvement and environmental conservation. He is also an AIESEC  president at Zetech University.  AISEC (Association internationale des étudiants en sciences économiques et commerciales or International Association of Students in Economic and Commercial Sciences) is an organization that facilitates youth leadership activites, international internships and volunteer experiences.  In his role here, he works with East African and Peruvian students coordinating and facilitating exchanges.

 EIP is very grateful to have Ken as a volunteer because he works particularly hard to ensure fundraisers are well publicized and run smoothly.  For the upcoming EIP fundraiser Ken is organizing a bus of students from his college to come and participate.

 Ken has dreams of starting his own travel company and is particularly interested in giving back by working with unemployed youth in his area. He is hoping to continue on to a Bachelor in Tourism Management at Moi University in March 2014 which he believes will give him more of the skills needed to be successful.

Photo: Ken and Dave enjoying Chai at Ken’s family home in January 2014