Born and raised in the Kisii Highlands of Kenya, Alvin has a strong desire to study and practice in the diverse field of economics. Alvin, known for his honesty, calmness and kindness, aspires to confront the real problems, such as corruption, poverty and illiteracy, in Kenya.
Alvin wishes to pursue a degree in Economics to equip him with the knowledge of how to use resources in his village and Kenya more efficiently. He hopes to work in the agricultural sector to find ways to economically benefit the farmers in his country, who have been blessed with fertile soils and rainfall throughout the year. Alvin strongly believes that the leadership qualities he will learn through the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program will help him become the leader he wants to be for his village and his country. He intends on changing his society, one person at a time, starting with himself.