Norah lives in an orphanage in Kisii, Kenya. Milkah is a double orphan, meaning that she has suffered the loss of both parents. She is quiet and sweet, fun and energetic.

Norah enjoys jump rope and playing with the other children at school and at the river. Her favorite color is pink. She attends church activities regularly and is in primary school, where her performance is good. Her chores include helping clean the dorms, fetching water, and caring for the animals.