Kenya is one of the poorest countries in the world, with only 57% of people having access to clean drinking water and 31% of the population being malnourished. The document introduces David and his family, who own a small grocery store in Kenya and hope to expand their business and send their three children to a better school. It provides details about David's loan request through Kiva, including how the loan could help grow his business through expansion and purchasing a truck, with all profits going to his children's education and the family's basic needs.