Testimonial: Kaija Jacqueline of Uganda wins the African Union Commission Essay Competition

Here is an interview we had with Kaija Jacqueline from Uganda, the winner of the 2014 African Union Youth Day Essay Competition.

OFA:  Hi Jacqueline! Tell us about yourself.)
Jacqueline:

My name is Kaija Jacqueline from Uganda. Writing is one of my many passions, as is Fine Art, numbers, and working with children. I am a Born Again Christian and Jesus is the love of my life.

OFA: How did you hear about the African Youth Day Essay Competition?
I learned about it through www.opportunitiesforafricans.com.

How has winning the African Youth Day Essay Competition Impacted you?

Winning the competition was an answer to prayer; I really prayed to God that I win and He granted me that. Meeting youth from all over the continent was a great experience as it encouraged me, even more, that not even the sky is the limit for me! My highlight was receiving the award from H. E Dr Dlamini Nkosazana-Zuma and having the privilege of speaking before the highly esteemed delegates, and dining with them.

I thank God for the opportunity He gave to me in this! I also thank the African Union Commission for a great experience.

Kind regards,
Jacqueline Kaija