Agnela Sixbert Msava

My name is Agnela Sixbert Masava. I am 15 years old and a proud recipient of the Flaviana Matata Foundation Scholarship. Currently, I am a Form Two student at Kidegembye Secondary School, located in the Njombe region.I come from a family of four children, and I am the third born, together with my twin. We live in Dar es Salaam with our mother, who has raised us as a single parent.Losing my beloved father in 2018 was the most painful experience of my life. He was a dedicated meteorologist who worked tirelessly to provide us with a stable and loving home. His passing turned our lives upside down, not just emotionally, but also financially. Suddenly, our future felt uncertain.

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Our economic situation deteriorated rapidly. At times, we felt hopeless, especially when it came to continuing our education. Even though we still face many challenges, I wake up each day with a deep sense of purpose. I want to make my mother proud. I may not be able to solve all our problems, but I know education is the most powerful gift I can give her and to myself. I work hard every day with the dream of becoming a meteorologist, just like my father. I want to continue his legacy.

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I admire how the Flaviana Matata Foundation supports, empowers, and uplifts girls to pursue their dreams. For me, this scholarship is more than just financial support, it is a bridge to a brighter future and a chance to rewrite my story.I am inspired to become a source of hope for other girls like me, proving that no matter the challenges, dreams are still valid and achievable. 

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