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Mary Wairimu Macharia. [Courtesy]

Years on years, Mary Wairimu Macharia chased opportunities wherever they could be found.

Growing up in Nairobi's Dandora estate, she spent much of her childhood playing football barefoot on dusty neighbourhood fields, never imagining that one day she would build a life and career thousands of kilometres away in the United States.

Today, the Kenyan-born professional is making an impact in Houston, Texas, where she works as a newborn care specialist while also serving as a brand ambassador and community leader within the Kenyan diaspora.