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OUR STORY

We Know This Journey — Because We Have Lived It

Mara Ridge Global Education was founded by Samson Chereret Nkuri, a structural engineer from Narok, Kenya, now based in Perth, Western Australia. After navigating the complex process of moving to Australia, Samson recognised a clear gap — Kenyan and East African students had limited access to reliable, affordable, and personalised guidance for international education. Mara Ridge was built to close that gap.

A sharp architectural detail of a modern university pavilion in Perth, sand-colored brickwork contrasting with bright blue sky, clean geometric lines.
A sharp architectural detail of a modern university pavilion in Perth, sand-colored brickwork contrasting with bright blue sky, clean geometric lines.
THE FOUNDER'S PATH

Our Story

Incorporated in Kenya in May 2026, with operational presence in Perth, Australia, Mara Ridge Global Education is positioned at the intersection of two worlds — combining on-the-ground knowledge of Kenyan students' needs with direct experience of Australian universities and the international student pathway.

Our Mission

To make world-class international education accessible to students from Kenya and East Africa by providing honest, personalised, and expert guidance at every stage of the study abroad journey.

Our vision is to become East Africa's most trusted student recruitment and education consultancy — recognised for integrity, student outcomes, and genuine commitment to every student we work with.

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WHY STUDENTS AND FAMILIES TRUST US

Why Choose Mara Ridge

We Are Based Where You Are Going

We Speak Your Language

We are honest, Even When It Is Difficult

Unlike agencies that advise on Australia from a distance, our team has direct, current knowledge of Australian universities, visa requirements, and life as an international student in Perth.

We understand the Kenyan education system, KCSE grades, family dynamics, and financial realities. We do not offer a one-size-fits-all service. We offer guidance that makes sense for your actual situation.

If a university is not the right fit, we will tell you. If your visa application needs significant strengthening, we will tell you that too. Our job is to give you the best chance of success — not to tell you what you want to hear.

Whether you are just beginning to explore your options or ready to start your application, we are here to help. We respond to all inquiries within 24 hours.

OUR CREDENTIALS

✓ Registered Private Limited Company — Kenya, No. PVT-ZE1858ZJ (May 2026)

✓ Operational presence in Perth, Western Australia

✓ QEAC Certified Education Agent Counsellor — Graduate No. 15115 (ICEF Academy / PIER, June 2026)

✓ Specialist focus on Australian university and VET pathways