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Robby Phiri
September 30, 2009
From a humble background working to become an engineer
From a humble background working to become an engineer
My name is Robby, and I come from a humble background where every day presents a challenge. Growing up in a small house with little to spare, I learned early on that hard work and determination would be my tools for a better life.
School has always been my escape and my hope. I study hard every day, knowing that education is my ticket to changing my circumstances. My passion for engineering has driven me since I was young. I am fascinated by how things work, how they are built, and how they can be fixed when they break.
In my free time, I enjoy fixing things—old radios, broken bicycles, and discarded gadgets that others would consider useless. I see potential in what others see as trash. With a screwdriver and determination, I bring these broken pieces back to life. It’s not just a hobby—it reflects who I am: someone who believes in fixing what’s broken, whether it’s a machine or a life.
Despite the scarcity of resources, I spend hours studying engineering concepts and practicing them on my projects. The satisfaction of making something work again fuels my dream of becoming a great engineer someday.
My background has shaped me into a resilient and innovative person. Poverty may have been my starting point, but it is not my destination. With every broken gadget I repair and every textbook I study late into the night, I am building a future where I can inspire others. I want to prove that even from the toughest circumstances, greatness can emerge.
This is my journey, and I am proud of the person I am becoming.
