Growing up in Elgeyo Marakwet, Kenya, Evans Kosgei faced academic hurdles, struggling to complete Form Four and repeating it multiple times.
However, amidst these challenges, fate led him to Jackline Jemutai Kimaiyo, who would become his beloved wife.
Their journey together took an unexpected turn when Jackline became pregnant with their child.
Determined to provide the best for his growing family, Evans took Jackline to his parents’ home, where their child was welcomed with open arms.
It was here that Evans made a decision that would define the course of their lives: to sell their assets, including trees and sheep, to finance Jackline’s education.
Evans’ father revealed the extent of his son’s sacrifices, recounting how they agreed to sell the family’s assets to support Jackline’s educational aspirations.
Evans himself took on the arduous task of cutting down the trees he had planted and selling their livestock, all in the pursuit of a brighter future for his wife.
Their story, however, was tragically cut short.
The community was shaken to its core by the devastating news of Evans and Jackline’s deaths, sent shockwaves through their close-knit community.
The family learned of the devastating news through phone calls and social media platforms, which left them grappling with disbelief and searching for answers.
