An Egerton University graduate received a special gift from his parents to celebrate his hard work and success after completing his studiesA photo capturing the moment he received the cow from his parents went viral, touching hearts onlineNetizens expressed admiration for the gift, with many praising it as a meaningful and practical alternative to a carA young man who recently graduated from Egerton University in Nakuru county was overjoyed after receiving a unique and thoughtful gift from his parents.
Egerton University student was gifted a cow by his parents. Photo: Anyamah Wa Anyamah.
Source: FacebookAfter the graduation ceremony, his parents presented him with a cow to celebrate his four years of hard work and success.
Still dressed in his graduation regalia, the young man posed for a photo with his family alongside the large gift. His mother held the rope, keeping the cow’s head steady, while his father held its rear.
The graduate, an Egerton alumnus, smiled broadly, visibly moved and elated by his parents’ grand gesture.
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TUKO.co.ke spoke to Eli Koech an elder from the Kalenjin community, who shared the significance of a cow in celebrations such as graduation.
He noted that cows symbolised growth, birth and longevity. According to Koech, gifting the student a cow meant that this family was wishing him all the best as he starts his life outside school.
“Cows give milk, meat and even give birth. It has a lot to offer and a lot of potential, which is what these parents see in their son,” he said.Netizens react to graduate gifted cow by parentsSocial media users highlighted the value of farming and blessings from parents, with some joking about how the cow would be a valuable investment for the future.
Gearald Ndola:
“Start farming, this is better than a car. Make sure you return a hundred times.”Governor Governor:
“Lesson well learned, it’s a sign that he should leave school with a wife.”Damary Martin:
“That’s immense love. Meanwhile, I bought flowers worth KSh 1,000. Life, you know.”Gearald Ndola:
“Congratulations! This is a natural blessing. The joy of a parent seeing their child progress to the next level of life.”Osodo Fredrick Ochieng:
“Some people are lucky. For others, even calling a chicken your own feels like a battle. Congratulations to him! Now, he needs to figure out how to take care of it. A good investment. Next year, he’ll be drinking milk like never before.”What did a man gift a Murang’a University graduate?In other news, TUKO.co.ke reported that Albert Alex Kimari Wachira proudly flaunted his graduation gift while returning his gown to school.
His father gifted him a sleek and stunning Subaru WRX to celebrate his milestone and achievements over the four years of study.
The criminology and security studies graduate expressed his gratitude, noting that his efforts had finally borne fruit, and the gift was a testament to his commitment to his studies.
Uasin Gishu lady gifted car after 2nd degreeTUKO.co.ke also reported that a woman in Uasin Gishu county was gifted her first car after graduating with her second degree.
Chemanywes village erupted with joy, celebrating Fay Rotich as she bagged her second degree, making her family proud.
For many, the young lady’s graduation was not just an academic milestone but also the beginning of a new chapter in her destiny.
Fay drove off in her new car with smiles, cheers, and ululations from her villagers, who told a story that words could barely capture. She expressed her joy and gratitude, promising to keep making her family and entire community proud.
Source: TUKO.co.ke
