- Identical twins Prosper Isoka and Peter Lusava from Shikunga Secondary School in Kakamega’s Ikolomani stunned the nation after scoring Grade A of 82 points in the 2024 KCSE exams
- The 18-year-olds, whose fees were paid by the school’s board due to financial struggles, had earlier excelled in KCPE but could not join a prestigious national school
- Inspired by their mother’s undiagnosed illness, the twins are determined to become doctors, with their success highlighting the power of community support
Identical twins Prosper Isoka and Peter Lusava from Shikunga Secondary School in Ikolomani Sub-County, Kakamega, have captured the nation’s attention with their stellar performance in the 2024 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) exams.
Both brothers scored a remarkable Grade A of 82 points, a feat rarely achieved and even rarer among twins.
The 18-year-olds’ journey to success has been anything but ordinary. In the 2020 Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE) exams, Prosper garnered 407 marks, while Peter followed closely with 396 marks.
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Their exceptional results earned them slots at the prestigious Friends School Kamusinga.
However, financial challenges forced them to forgo the opportunity and instead enroll at their local Shikunga Secondary School.
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This twist in their journey became a turning point when the school’s board recognized their potential and stepped in to cover their school fees.
The unwavering support from Shikunga Secondary proved transformative, propelling the twins toward their dreams despite the odds.
The brothers share a deep desire to join the medical field, inspired by their mother’s enduring battle with an undiagnosed illness.
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“We are determined to become doctors and help uncover the cause of her ailment,” they shared, radiating hope and purpose.
Shikunga Secondary School’s deputy principal, Edwin Kwaela, praised the remarkable achievement, attributing it to the collective efforts of students, staff, and the board.
The school celebrated 73 direct university entries, a testament to its growing academic excellence.
