Unbowed by life’s hard knocks

Unwavering determination: Siti Nur Aishah and Khaikal say they are the first in their respective families to attend university and hope to inspire their siblings and others. — Bernama

GEORGE TOWN: Losing sight in one eye after a firecracker accident at the age of five has not stopped Siti Nur Aishah Abdul Rani from pursuing her dream of becoming an educator.

Now 19, Siti Nur Aishah was thrilled to receive an offer to pursue her Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Humanities at Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), a goal she has held onto despite numerous challenges.