Denis was in Form 3 at Oriwo Boys Boarding High School in 2018, and plans to join Form 4 in 2019. He has two siblings, and is a total orphan. He lives with his step-brother in a permanent house in Mbita town. They have electricity .

Denis Ouma Okombo was born on the 21st of February 2001. He is a bright and cheerful boy who has attended Christ’s Gift Academy since 2006. He lost both of his parents to Malaria when he was just a toddler. Denis walks a mile each way to and from the school, where his teachers report he arrives ready to learn each day. He lives in a 2 room rental house with his stepmother and four older siblings. His stepmother works in a public school as a janitor earning about $50 a month. He is fortunate to have treated water and charcoal for the fire where the meals are cooked. Each night, Denis sleeps on a simple mat on the floor that he shares with his brother. At school each day, Denis spends time on reading and writing skills, and scripture memorization. 20018 Update: Denis was in Form 3 at Oriwo Boys Boarding High School in 2018, and plans to join Form 4 in 2019. He has two siblings, and is a total orphan. He lives with his step-brother in a spacious permanent house in Mbita town. They have electricity and access to treated tap water.