Growing up in the heart of Makueni County, MCA Tricky, real name Francis Munyao, says he lived a life filled with challenges that significantly shaped his future. As the youngest in a family of five, MCA Tricky talks about the harsh realities of poverty, compounded by his parents' lack of formal education. His father and mother, though hardworking, struggled to make ends meet in a village where opportunities were few and far between.
This background left the former Churchill Show comedian fighting for survival. Tricky says he realised from an early age that education was his way out, but it was not an easy journey. Despite his bright mind, financial difficulties affected his schooling, forcing him to rely on scholarships and sponsorships.
He almost dropped out in Class Seven due to lack of funds, and only managed to finish primary school through the kindness of sponsors who believed in his potential. When he was in Form Two, his scholarship period elapsed and he was exposed to street life in Nairobi for the first time. This experience shaped his comical persona, as he often taps into the character of a street boy in his performances.
Today, MCA Tricky is pursuing a Master's degree in mechatronics engineering at JKUAT. Growing up, I saw how finding a good home was challenging for my parents. So, when I started making money, the first thing on my mind was to build a place where my family could feel comfortable, and where they could feel a sense of pride and security.
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