MBEYA Urban MP, Dr. Tulia Ackson, has pledged to sponsor education for 14-year-old Yohana Japhet, who has been earning a living and paying of his school fees by doing quarry work after losing both parents.

Dr. Tulia, who is also the National Assembly Speaker, made the promise when she visited the boy’s family in Ituha Street, Ilomba Ward, Mbeya City where he has been living with his foster grandmother since the death of his parents.

She announced plans to move Yohana into her home so he can study under her care. She further promised to sponsor his education from Form One to university level if he passes Standard Seven exams.

“This child is among those who demonstrate determination to make a living despite their young age. Sometimes he even misses school due to his calling demands,” Dr. Tulia said.

“We will transfer him to a new school, and he will live with me under the Tulia Trust Foundation. We will ensure he completes his education, even up to university,” she added.

Dr. Tulia also provided Yohana’s grandmother with food and clothing  , including 40 kilograms of rice and a blanket, to help her manage her household  cores after Yohana’s relocation.