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Gadiel is a student from Tanzania who needs $65 to fund his education.

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Gadiel Zakayo
The economic situation of my parents is very low, as they rely on peasant agriculture to meet our family's basic needs. Their income is not only meant to support themselves but also to provide for me, my brother, and my sister. Unfortunately, due to poor climatic conditions, there are times when rainfall is insufficient, which severely impacts our agricultural output and contributes to our ongoing poverty.
Despite the challenges we face, I find moments of happiness in my life. I am grateful for the peace I experience, especially when I see others suffering from illnesses or hardships. I am fortunate to be healthy, which brings me joy. Additionally, I feel fantastic when I have the opportunity to apply for scholarships, as these can help alleviate some of the financial burdens related to my education.
One of the significant challenges I encounter is the lack of money to purchase essential school supplies, such as books, pens, uniforms, and to pay school fees. This financial strain often makes it difficult for me to focus on my studies.
My experiences have shaped my aspirations for the future. I dream of helping poor communities, particularly orphans, by opening a center that supports them and reduces the number of street children. I also hope to build a better home for my parents as a way to express my gratitude for their sacrifices. I am deeply thankful for any support I receive, as it plays a crucial role in helping me achieve my goals.

Birthday: 2005

Gender: Male

Favorite Classes: Science

Favorite Books: chemistry books

I Want to Be: veterinarian

Hobbies: singing

Family: father, mother, 1 brother, 1 sister, 1 grandfather, 1 grandmother

Funding for Form 5 2024:
Tuition, Exams, Uniform   $65

TOTAL   $65
Gadiel's Journal
63 Entries
Dear Students,

I want to remind you of something very important: life is the best teacher you will ever have. Unlike teachers in classrooms, life does not stand in front of you to lecture or give talks. It teaches you through experience, challenges, and sometimes even through pain and disappointment.

Every time you face a problem, every time you feel stuck, every time you are pushed into uncomfortable situations remember, life is speaking to you. It’s pushing you to wake up, rise, and take action. It’s a signal for you to change, to grow, and to become better.

Those who listen and obey the lessons of life are the ones who achieve great things. They learn, they improve, and they move forward. They become stronger, wiser, and more successful. But those who ignore the lessons, who complain and give up, remain stuck where they are. Nothing changes for them because they refuse to change themselves.

So the next time life pushes you don’t complain, don’t run away. Stand up, listen, and act. Take it as a chance to be better, to be stronger, and to be more prepared for your future.

Obey the lessons of life, and you will surely prosper.
Coffee production is a complex process that involves several key stages, from growing the coffee cherries to roasting the beans. Here's a general overview:  

1. Cultivation:

Growing Conditions:
Coffee plants thrive in tropical climates with specific temperature and rainfall requirements.  
They are often grown in mountainous regions.
Two main species are cultivated: Arabica and Robusta.  
Planting and Care:
Coffee seedlings are typically grown in nurseries before being transplanted.

 
Care involves pruning, fertilizing, and protecting the plants from pests and diseases.  
Harvesting:
Coffee cherries are harvested when they are ripe, typically indicated by their red color.  
Harvesting can be done by hand or by machine.  
Selective picking, where only ripe cherries are harvested, is often used for high-quality coffee.  
2. Processing:

Methods:
There are several methods for processing coffee cherries, including:
Dry process (natural): The cherries are dried in the sun, and the dried fruit is then removed.  
Wet process (washed): The pulp is removed from the cherries, and the beans are fermented and washed before drying.  
Semi-washed (honey process): A hybrid method that involves partially removing the pulp.  
Drying:
After processing, the coffee beans are dried to reduce their moisture content.  
3. Roasting:

Transformation:
Roasting transforms the green coffee beans into the brown beans we know.
The roasting process develops the coffee's flavor and aroma.  
Roast Levels:
Different roast levels (light, medium, dark) result in different flavor profiles.  
4. Grinding and Brewing:

Grinding:
Roasted coffee beans are ground to increase their surface area for brewing.  
Brewing:
Various brewing methods are used to extract the flavor from the ground coffee, including drip brewing, French press, espresso, and others.  
Key Factors:

Species: Arabica beans generally produce a more flavorful and aromatic coffee, while Robusta beans are hardier and have a higher caffeine content.  
Origin: The origin of the coffee beans significantly influences their flavor.  
Processing: The processing method used affects the coffee's flavor and characteristics.  
Coffee production is a vital industry that supports millions of people worldwide.  


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