AFRICA | A determined 71-year-old man named Kwesi Baiden has inspired many after he decided to return to high school years after he dropped out.
Kwesi who dropped out at a young age due to lack of money was among the candidates who registered for the 2024 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) at the Ahafoman Senior High School Examination, Ahafo in Ghana.
His determination to attain educational qualifications went viral across the world with many giving kudos for his tenacity and determination.
Kwesi, a father of four told an online journalist that he did not have the opportunity to attend basic school and obtain a certificate due to financial difficulties during his early years.
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He narrated that he had initially enrolled in a high school at the age of 65 but had to drop out at Junior High School (JHS) 2 because of financial issues. He said he intended to resume his education the following year, but the COVID-19 pandemic affected his plans.
Despite these setbacks, Kwesi did not give up and he enrolled back to school and is about to sit for one of the university entrance exams. He said he persisted because he realized the importance of education.
He did not allow his age to deter him from pursuing his dream and he sat in the classroom with students young enough to be his grandchildren, studied, and was ready to fulfill his dream.
Kwesi stated that he aims to acquire vocational skills in Senior High School (SHS) and possibly continue to the tertiary level. He further revealed that pursuing formal education at his age is not to secure a corporate job, as he has already passed retirement age.
However, Kwesi said he is confident in his talent and hopes his newly acquired knowledge will open new opportunities for him. “I want to show that it’s never too late to pursue your educational dreams,” he said.
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