Neville is in Ndurarua Primary school where he has been attending school. He and his family have been residents in the slums of Kabiria.
Neville lives with his mother and his elder sister, who just completed high school. They live in a double-room house made from rusty Iron sheets and old timber, The first room which they use as their living room still serves as a bedroom at night. It is furnished with an old couch, a table, and a kitchen space at one of the corners of the house where they make their meals. Neville and his mother share the only bed in the house, in the other room the elder sister sleeps on the couch.
The house they live in is connected to electricity, however, they are not able to use electricity since they are unable to pay rent. Hence they are forced to either use a paraffin lamp or a candle during the night. When they are making meals they use a kerosene stove or charcoal jiko, it depends on which they are able to access.
The type of house they live in, however, is not self-contained, hence they share a pit latrine and a bathroom with at least 15 other neighbors. The condition of the shared amenities is disturbing, however, they have no choice but to keep up with the situation with the hope of the success of her children in school.
Neville’s mother a casual laborer in the community has been sickly of late, she suffers from Arthritis, Ulcers, and High Blood Pressure, thus most of the time she is unable to work and meet the needs of her children. This has been a major effect on Neville’s education since he is in and out of school due to school fee arrears.
Neville is a bright student who just needs a good samaritan to hold his hand in making his dreams come true as well as transform his life as well as that of his family. His best subjects are science and creative arts. His hobbies and talent are drawing and playing football. When he successfully completes his studies he would love to be a professional footballer. His favorite food is Rice and Fried Pork.