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In the heart of Nairobi, Kenya, resides Rodgers, widely known as the Nairobi Birdman, who traverses the streets with birds perched upon his shoulders and head.

This inspiring story from East Africa chronicles Rodgers’ extraordinary transformation—from enduring hardship on the streets of Nakuru to becoming a committed bird rescuer and caretaker.

Raised by a single parent in Nakuru, around 170km from the Kenyan capital, Rodgers's life took a drastic turn when his mother died.

He would spend the next 13 years on the streets, often sheltering under trees without anyone to call his own or to care for him.

Lonely moments sometimes lead to unusual discoveries of friendship. A sickly, tiny bird nearby drew Rodgers's attention one day, marking what would be another turning point in his troubled journey through life.

Struck by compassion, he adopted the bird, nursing it back to health with food, love and care. The newfound feathered friend never left his side after that.

Rodgers calls the bird Johnson, a name now as famous on Nairobi's streets as its caregiver.

But the story doesn't end with a man befriending a bird. Johnson gave Rodgers a sense of purpose that had been missing from his life.

"We have developed a unique connection. He has become my constant companion on the streets. Johnson can follow my instructions; he even climbs on my shoulder when I ask him to do so," says Rodgers.

The other two birds flapping their wings while perched on his shoulders have their own stories.

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