For almost 20 years that I grew up in Tanzania, the song in everyone’s ears has been poor economic condition that flirted the nation. Despite being the fulcrum of liberation of African continent, still it is lagging behind and stands as one of the poorest nation on earth. For years now, what lingers into many Tanzanian minds including me; what should be done to change our country’s fortune?
I recall during my primary school days in late 1990s, reading a book “Long Walk to Freedom”, an autobiography of Nelson Mandela. I was … to know that Mandela was a qualified lawyer, who tireless fought to change the social miseries of his community. Through that reading I grew fond of what today I call my profession; law. My ultimate belief is to be part …show more content…
It was a devastating experience, as it threatened to derail my educational progress. Since he was the provider of basic needs to our family of five people, the loss of job was a shock to us all. However, as daunting as it was, I fought tooth and nail, and didn’t allow being pulled back in pursuing my goals.
It took me 3 months to make application to the government students loan scheme, and I was fortunate to get funds for my secondary education. This was the time I realized that, I have opportunity to fulfil my dream of becoming a lawyer.
As I continued with my education, class progress started to drop at a worrying rate. I recall poor efforts that I put in my studies to be the cause of my slump .The moment I treasure most is when my late friend, Justin Robert, consulted me and made me realize I am on the wrong path. This was a blessing in disguise, as from the moment I never looked back.
Eventually, my hard work in school gave me a successful reward, as in 2011 I passed my secondary education examinations and selected to join Mzumbe University. Most interesting I had a chance to study Bachelor of …show more content…
Ever since I was in primary school I knew that I was destined to explore legal studies. Working in the legal field and community engagement, makes me understand that I can play a role in Tanzania social development. Now I know my goals are nearly achievable, and nothing can hold me back. The perfect way to narrow the bridge between “ I could do” and “I am doing” is attaining LLM from University of Bradford.
Knowing the cost of living at Bradford, for a foreign scholar is expensive and I am not capable to finance my studies, Global Development scholarship is what I need to accomplish what I have started. To receive the scholarship will not just be a financial support to me, it will be a clear message that my potential to bring changes in community is finally recognized. To get over the obstacles in my life and make it this far is a testimony of how strong minded I have become. My message to people aspired to follow my path will be, to believe themselves as sky is the
I recall during my primary school days in late 1990s, reading a book “Long Walk to Freedom”, an autobiography of Nelson Mandela. I was … to know that Mandela was a qualified lawyer, who tireless fought to change the social miseries of his community. Through that reading I grew fond of what today I call my profession; law. My ultimate belief is to be part …show more content…
It was a devastating experience, as it threatened to derail my educational progress. Since he was the provider of basic needs to our family of five people, the loss of job was a shock to us all. However, as daunting as it was, I fought tooth and nail, and didn’t allow being pulled back in pursuing my goals.
It took me 3 months to make application to the government students loan scheme, and I was fortunate to get funds for my secondary education. This was the time I realized that, I have opportunity to fulfil my dream of becoming a lawyer.
As I continued with my education, class progress started to drop at a worrying rate. I recall poor efforts that I put in my studies to be the cause of my slump .The moment I treasure most is when my late friend, Justin Robert, consulted me and made me realize I am on the wrong path. This was a blessing in disguise, as from the moment I never looked back.
Eventually, my hard work in school gave me a successful reward, as in 2011 I passed my secondary education examinations and selected to join Mzumbe University. Most interesting I had a chance to study Bachelor of …show more content…
Ever since I was in primary school I knew that I was destined to explore legal studies. Working in the legal field and community engagement, makes me understand that I can play a role in Tanzania social development. Now I know my goals are nearly achievable, and nothing can hold me back. The perfect way to narrow the bridge between “ I could do” and “I am doing” is attaining LLM from University of Bradford.
Knowing the cost of living at Bradford, for a foreign scholar is expensive and I am not capable to finance my studies, Global Development scholarship is what I need to accomplish what I have started. To receive the scholarship will not just be a financial support to me, it will be a clear message that my potential to bring changes in community is finally recognized. To get over the obstacles in my life and make it this far is a testimony of how strong minded I have become. My message to people aspired to follow my path will be, to believe themselves as sky is the