How I became a top Neurologist in Europe and why everyone can rise from nothing | Lynn Ngugi Network

Today, Harun Njago wears many hats, he is a husband, father, entrepreneur and a Neurologist. But he also knows what it feels to be labelled poor and not good enough.

On this episode of LNS, he walks Lynn through his journey from Eastleigh to Europe, the culture shock, and why we should never give up on our dreams

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[harunnjago]

Thanks a lot LYNN for allowing me to share my story and views on your platform. The response from your audience is also amazing. Your show is very inspirational

[annemuthui]

Racism is real especially in Germany.same story with my son. Went to a Medical school. He was the only black student. Imagine being discriminated mpaka you can't ask the lectures a Question..
When he left class to where he stayed he was being bullied and threatened . Being called names like you black monkey etc. He almost gave up, he would call me often and very depressed. 😮 I used to encourage him everytime and always pray for him not to give up.
Fast forward he graduated and God blessed him with the best job ever!!!

[EMNCROCHET]

I heard the same story about a Kenyan doctor who went to study in the same country. He wasn't given a chance to do practicals and they thought he can't make it but at the end they were surprised by the results because the guy was a genius 😅

[gracekimani]

Finally someone who have spoken up all that is happening in schools and institutions here in Germany. I have faced discrimination and hate so much to a point l really lost it all Just because you are good in school and they could not swallow that a black Person can also be intelligent and be more successful than them .Cheers to all my fellow people in Germany who are trying to make it .God will always be our strength 🙏🏾

[isabellamotanya-yjly]

I experienced similar racism in my Chemistry class in the USA. The students refused to include me in any group but God provided one nice boy who was willing to work slowly with me. In addition, my professor was very supportive and I ended up with a straight A. Professors believe in our brains not our skin, thank God.

[masterletsoalo]

We, Africans speak through our talent, hardwork and sheer excellence. We don't need anyone's validation to achieve our dreams. I am happy that Dr Harun flourished in the midst of all those challeges. When Africa speaks, the world listens. Thank you for your resilience and drive.

[pk.]

I gladly receive my flowers Dr. Harun. 39:45 . It was my pleasure. Happy to see you flying high..More wins for you bro. The journey continues and we march on.

[jayboss]

Harun, your experience reminds me of a question my father was asked while studying for a Law degree in UK in late 50s early 60s. He was in a restaurant with colleagues and he ordered for chicken. Being Kenyan he ate the chicken and crushed the bones. One looked at him as he crushed the chicken bones. After a while the whiteman asked him " In your country, when you eat chicken bones, what do the dogs eat?" My father looked at him straight in the eye and told him - they eat ice-cream. That was the last time he was asked stupid questions. His answer earned him respect henceforth. Congratulations for your achievements.

[paulinenyawira]

My 12yrs old son MUST listen to this. You have motivated me alot, young ones who want getting rich quick should listen to this too . I respect you 🤗

[mercyk]

I'm so proud of this man.. he's sacrificed a lot to get where he is. This is what most of us in the Diaspora have survived. But medical school is another level of stress. He's worked so hard, yet there are people who will feel entitled to his money.

[ashleyhearts]

And when they come to Kenya we treat them like gods. Let’s treat each other better before extending a red carpet to people who don’t think we’re humans!

[prometheus]

I can attest to what the gentleman is saying. I am currently doing a PhD in Europe. I therefore, get to work as an assistant, teaching two subjects each year. In my classes, there are local students, and two groups of foreigners. The first group are Italians, Spanish, and Portuguese who are on Erasmus scholarship. The second group of foreigners consist of mostly Africans, Arabs and Indians. When it comes to group work, you can easily guess how my classes form groups 😂😂😂 Bear in mind that I did my masters at the same university 5 years ago and experienced the same. I did all my groupwork mostly with Congolese, Indian and Turkish brothers while locals kept to themselves. But, we don't give a f*, as you can see, am teaching all locals and all foreigners. As a Luhya, I studied my Bsc at Jkuat and did my internships in Mwea. I experienced discrimination at the hand of locals in Mwea and Wanguru when they realized I didn't speak Kikuyu. For me, there is no difference between the descrimination I experienced in Mwea and in Europe. However, I chose not to have a victim mentality. My attitude has always been that we should never derive our self-worth from what others think of us. We should carry our self-worth in our hearts and continue excelling.

[faithkagwiria]

I like when he said that he's not gonna retire in Europe! Thats my daily prayer too am not gonna get old here..its nice to get back home with full energy to be able to give back more and enjoy our beautiful country Kenya. Politicians should stop destroying our paradise Kenya.🎉
Thanks Lynn for these inspirational stories....bring more of these!

[Hlulizinyanga]

Young Africans from Kenya and Ghana are changing the narratives about Africa with good results. The world is coming to know Africa respectfully❤

[MyBlessed]

I live in Belgium also working in the health sector... Came to Belgium 7 years ago, had to start school from scratch and I am proud of myself right now... I am a nurse

[agrizonkenyalimited]

This is my cousin. Harun Njago. He took his sister and went with her to Germany. He is a trained medical doctor.

[martinoluoch]

Congrats to Harun my classmate, was a very humble guy back at Maranda High School

[wineselawabwile]

Being focused is the key 🗝️🗝️, no matter what people tells you God is for us all

[christopherreed]

I am Nigerian living in Philadelphia and so impressed with this Man's story...it feels good to know other Africans also have that fighting spirit we have here in Nigeria! God bless him. I am impressed..I hope to visit kenya someday! :)

[veshism]

I too went to Uni in Germany and did the bridging course (Studien Kolleg). Man, we've come so far. From language course to Studien Kolleg to my Masters. I am so proud of myself. It was a long, stressful road. And let's not skip the structural racism from Professors to fellow students. But all in all... I just pushed through because I knew what I wanted❤️. God bless Dr. HARUN