Rapudo wondered why people never questioned him when he was struggling. “It’s funny how people love to speculate about others instead of focusing on their own lives. While they talk, I’ll keep moving forward, building my life the right way, one honest step at a time.
Besides this, back then when I was poor, why didn’t they question my source(s) of poverty? Ama tuseme ni jelousy, njaa na roho chafu? Our fights as of now should be on bad governance and holding our leaders accountable & responsible not losing sleep over a private citizens wealth. Let’s all have a happy new year.”
After completing Form Four, Rapudo began his career as a hawker in Nairobi, selling items like flasks to support himself.
Among the things he did to earn a living included brickmaking and poultry farming, as he sought a stable income.
“I started by hawking and then moved on to making bricks and poultry farming. I was constantly hustling,” he shared.
Determined to improve his prospects, Rapudo pursued higher education, earning his first Master’s degree from the University of Nairobi.
During his studies, he worked with various oil companies, including TULO and Africa Oil, which enhanced his research skills and professional connections.
He later obtained a second Master’s degree from USIU, attracted by their exceptional programs.
“In my work with oil companies like TULO and Africa Oil, I gained valuable experience. I then pursued my second Master’s at USIU because of their outstanding programs,” Rapudo explained.
In 2015, Rapudo transitioned into entrepreneurship, initially engaging in the ride-hailing sector with multiple Uber vehicles.
His entrepreneurial path took a significant turn when he joined a Dutch travel company, organizing tours for clients from the Netherlands.
“After leaving my job in 2015, I began my own travel business, primarily handling tours and travels for Dutch clients,” he said.
by PENINAH NJOKI
