Mohamed Ali Meets Young Investigative Journalist Who's Been Looking For Him For 7 Years, Promises To Pay Fees

• Nyali MP Mohamed Ali met a young and aspiring investigative journalist who has been trying to contact him for seven years
• The MP saw a reflection of his own younger self in the determined journalist and was touched by his dedication to becoming an investigative journalist, his former career
• The lawmaker vowed to support Kelvin Kalama, the young journalist, by covering his university fees and providing mentorship

Nyali MP Mohamed Ali has met a young and upcoming investigative journalist who has been looking for him relentlessly for the past seven years.

The lawmaker, popularly known by his alias Jicho Pevu for his decorated former career as an investigative journalist, could not hide his joy after he met the young man who ostensibly reminded him of his younger self.

In a heartwarming Instagram post, the UDA MP said the young journalist's determination and perseverance had moved him as he had waited for him for seven years.

"His persistence, perseverance, and strength of character tell a remarkable story of one who is determined to pursue his goals and achieve his dreams. I am certain that he will make a fine investigative journalist in this country," he said.

Mohamed Ali promises to support journalist

The Nyali parliamentarian promised to continue supporting Kelvin Kalama until all his dreams come true.

"I will see to it that all his university fees are covered and that he has the support and mentorship he needs to continue to light the torch of investigative journalism," the MP said.

While narrating his plight to the MP, Kalama said he looks up to the lawmaker and for the past seven years, he sent him messages on social media hoping to one day get a response.

"Truthfully, since Friday, when I heard from you, I have not slept. I am so happy. I just want to be able to continue with my education, having only done my diploma. I always believed I would proceed to get my degree," he said.

Mohamed Ali recounts his graduation day

In March this year, Ali took people down memory lane of how his life was before he got famous and later became a parliamentarian.

His former schoolmate using the Twitter handle @humphreyshummah shared a throwback photo of their graduation day, posing alongside the former investigative journalist.

In the photo, Moha donned his graduation gown, covering his checked black and white shirt and black trousers.