• Well-wishers have come through for the little boy pictured attending his graduation barefoot
• It emerged that the youngster was among the best in his class despite his family’s financial struggles
• In what can best be described as a new dawn, philanthropists bought new shoes and uniforms for him and his siblings

Viral photos of a young Kenyan boy graduating from pre-primary school barefoot touched the hearts of many.

The little boy attended his graduation ceremony without shoes or the decorative clothing often worn during such celebrations.

Evans Kiplagat Moi, who shared the photos, disclosed that the boy’s mother showed up to support her son despite the financial hardship.

The young graduate proudly moved to the next phase of his education, but his photos left an indelible mark on those who saw his photos online.

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Within hours of the story going viral online, the kindness of strangers began to pour in.

Carol Chepsiror, moved by the post, took swift action and helped restore the boy’s dignity by providing new shoes and essentials.

It emerged that the boy’s siblings also needed school uniforms and other basic supplies.

“Arise and shine, your time is now. God bless all of you for restoring dignity,” Evans wrote, thanking everyone involved.

As the boy steps into the next chapter of his academic journey, he does so with the encouragement and help of many compassionate hearts.

In what can best be described as a new dawn, he will walk into his first day of Grade 1 with a new uniform and shoes, ready to embrace his future with pride.

Source: TUKO.co.ke