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Originally published by KBC Top Storiestop
August 2, 2026
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From addict to doctor: An 18-year journey of hope
For 18 years, alcohol and drugs robbed Dr Andrew Mwengwa Thuka of his dreams, derailing the life of a brilliant student who scored a straight A and 82 points in the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE). Today, he is a qualified medical doctor, a living testament that r..
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Dr. Andrew Mwengwa Thuka, who battled addiction for 18 years, has become a qualified medical doctor, marking an inspiring journey of recovery and hope.
- Dr. Mwengwa's 18-year struggle with alcohol and drugs delayed his dreams after excelling in his KCSE exams.
- The launch of his book, Walking Through My Amies Ashes, celebrated his remarkable transformation and offered hope to others.
- Key figures at the launch included former addicts, parents, and Deliverance Church Thika Bishop Kennedy Mbatia, who advocated for a united approach to combating substance abuse.
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