#47 Impact Master Irving Amukasa: From Kenyan Public Schools to Tech Entrepreneurship Excellence #africa #education #technology #entrepreneurship #inspiration

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What if the key to transforming your passion into a successful career lies within the stories of your upbringing? Join us as we sit down with tech entrepreneur Iving Amukasa for an inspiring journey through his early life in Kenya. From his birth in Nairobi and childhood adventures in Isili, Mombasa, and Maseno, Iving recounts how public school resources like swimming pools and computer labs ignited his love for technology. He emphasizes the crucial role of investing in public institutions and the impactful efforts of organizations like Food for Education in shaping young minds.

Ever wondered how academic challenges shape one's path to greatness? Iving paints a vivid picture of his schooling experiences, navigating different primary schools, and tackling the demanding KCPE exams. Get a detailed look at how mastering exam techniques and overcoming resource limitations can lead to exceptional academic performance. Additionally, we discuss the contrasts between Kenya’s traditional 8-4-4 system and the new Competency-Based Curriculum, shedding light on the ongoing challenges in educational reform and the crucial need for resource management and support for teachers.

But that's not all – discover how friendships, sports, and extracurricular activities cultivated Iving’s personal growth and professional network. We celebrate the strong alumni community of Maseno School, the life lessons from playing rugby, and the parallels between sports and tech. As the conversation unfolds, Iving shares his evolution from academic excellence to tech entrepreneurship, revealing the highs and lows of startup ventures like SophieBot. Through hackathons, strategic studying, and real-world applications, Iving's story underscores the importance of marrying education with practical skills and the transformative power of technology in driving social change. Don’t miss this episode packed with wisdom and actionable insights!

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