Olive

20 Years Old
Lives in the Nkora Village in Boneza, Rwanda
Student at Kivu Hills Academy
Education Level: 3

Olive is a 20 year old Level 3 Masonry student at Kivu Hills Academy. She comes from a nearby village called Nkora and lives with her parents and six siblings. Olive is the last born and the only one who has had educational opportunity. With her education level exceeding everyone in her family, she hopes to give back to them for all the sacrifices they have made. Her parents work hard on their farm to manage Olive’s school fees along with feeding the family.

Olive joined Kivu Hills Academy because she always admired the way the students “dressed sharply and carried themselves with modesty” around the community. She dreamt of becoming of student at Kivu Hills Academy. When she finally stepped foot on campus, Olive learned that school is not just about the sharp attire and modesty. Instead the students acquire something far more valuable. Olive joined the Masonry trade because she quickly acquired skills that are highly needed on the labor market. She loves all of her lessons but is especially passionate about building elevated structures and interior details.

Olive happily states that Kivu Hills Academy has impacted her life greatly. She says in addition to the masonry skills, she has developed critical thinking abilities which helps her plan for the future with logic. Olive has also harnessed her incredible soccer talent and learned valuable communication and interpersonal skills. Olive continues to push herself, expand her knowledge, and stand as an example for other dreamers in the community.