Jackson Tito, a 14-year-old boy who went viral after being captured caring for his four siblings, has landed a full scholarship to study at the prestigious Visa Oshwal School in Westlands, Nairobi.
Tito’s admission to the institution was facilitated by Nominated Senator Tabitha Mutinda, one of the well-wishers, moved by his story.
Announcing the admission, Mrs. Mutinda Said Tito joined the boarding section to continue with his education initially disrupted by family chores.
“Today, early in the morning, I ensured Jackson Tito joined Visa Oshwal primary school boarding, as the boy revived his dream of advancing his knowledge through education,” She wrote on her Facebook Page.
“Thank you Visa Oshawl Primary Principal and board of management for admitting Jackson Tito to school. God bless you all,” she added.
Tito has in the past weeks, been the talk of the town after viral social media videos that revealed the extraordinary burden placed on him after his mother allegedly abandoned the family at their humble home in Maili Saba Slum in Nairobi.
In one of the clips, Tito was seen cooking while holding a one-month-old baby. The young boy narrated how he assumed the role of both caregiver and provider.
Tito revealed how his single mother abandons the family every time the youngest child hits 3, leaving him with the responsibility to care for them.
He has been collecting garbage to earn a small income, which he uses to buy food for his siblings. Beyond earning a living, he also manages household duties such as cooking, fetching water, washing clothes, and feeding the baby, tasks that consume most of his day and leave little room for rest or play.
In emotional accounts shared online, Tito expressed his exhaustion and longing for a normal childhood, questioning when he might finally get a chance to rest.
His story quickly circulated across social media platforms, sparking public outrage, sympathy, and a strong call for intervention.
The response was immediate and overwhelming, with well-wishers mobilizing support to improve the family’s living conditions and secure a better future for the children.
Among those who responded is Citizen TV presenter Lulu Hassan, who acquired a 65-inch television for the family.
Other well-wishers also raised over Sh200,000 to support the family. In addition to financial assistance, the family has been relocated to a safer and more stable housing environment.
Tito’s siblings have also been enrolled in school through coordinated efforts by well-wishers and support groups.
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