Somali Man, 61, Graduates From High School

Ahmed Mohamed Ali dropped out of school to support his family by working when he was 10 years old. Over the years, he became a well-known tailor in his hometown of Bal’ad, Somalia, but he never gave up on his dream of getting an education. Over the years, he made attempts to go back to school but the economic situation in Somalia forced him to continue working as a tailor. Four years ago, Ahmed finally got his chance, and this week at the age of 61, the father of four was one of...

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