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NEWS FOR US, BY US NEWS FOR US, BY # , # Editors note contents April-June2018 any will agree that one of the greatest periods in X PO O PS the calendar of an institution of higher learning V Vox Pops: What Mis graduation season. This is a joyous time makes you a characterised by the resounding ululations of parents as proud UNIZULU 3 their children descend the graduation stage and the cheers graduate? of the audience as graduates mark their victory with a dance. It is in such moments that the financial sacrifices of parents and the time graduates invested in their studies finally pay off. To some families, witnessing a family member graduate Top Education symbolises an end to poverty while to some it serves as Graduate in awe of inspiration to the younger generation. Accomplishment 4 During these periods also, the fundamental role higher education institutions play in shaping future leaders and altering the destinies of families is reinforced. The University of Zululand takes pleasure in the fact that it has Verusha Naidoo once again - in the 2018 UNIZULU Graduations- produced a class of graduates with the potential to become worthy Destined for contributors to our society. #tag congratulates the graduates Greatness 6 of 2018 and wishes them well in their journey ahead. We trust that they will be great ambassadors of this great institution. Wise men say it is not a crime to state the obvious so we would like to formally present to you the Graduation Issue. Nduduzo Jam-packed with inspirational content, this issue features Shandu slowly stories of top students from all our faculties (pages 4 to 7), carving his way 7 words of wisdom from a few of the guest speakers during to Success the recent graduation period (page 13) and our much-loved collage (pages 8 and 9), among other exciting stories. Remember to inform us of any interesting student related stories you may have knowledge of. You may either visit the Graduation 2018 Communications and Marketing Division, Admin Building, 8 ground floor or email us at [email protected] or [email protected] Happy reading.

Interview with Editorial Team PhD Graduate Naledi Hlefane, Precious Shamase, Sphamandla Gumede, Malik Khan 11 Lydia Meyer, Veronica Botha, Samkele Sokhela and Hlumelo Nyikana

Photography Law Twin Graduates Sphamandla Gumede and Samkele Sokhela Attributes Achievement to Neighbour 13 2 #tag # Vox pops What makes you a proud UNIZULU graduate?

“UNIZULU is an institution that is full “The level of education at UNIZULU “I am a proud UNIZULU graduate of vibrant and enthusiastic people, is the first thing that makes me a because of the skills I acquired through who are diverse in culture but, at proud graduate of the institution. studying at this institution. The lecturers the same time, united in purpose The lecturers are excellent; they train imparted a wealth of knowledge to and goal. This makes me so proud you to work hard for your degree. us in order to equip us for the field of to be a product of such a university. The institution also has a friendly education. Mine is to now make sure that I also like how accommodative the environment and the residences I make use of these skills. I’m also proud University is. I will even make sure are well organised for students to to be associated with an institution that that my offspring comes to this study. I’m thankful for everything caters for everyone. I came here in need university too.” that the University has done for me. of funding and accommodation and I’m a proud UNIZULU graduate also staff helped us resolve those issues on - Sphelele Jiyane because the University offers a wide time. You know, you find that in some Master of Arts range of extracurricular activities.” universities students drop out because - Sandile Ngema of financial issues but UNIZULU makes Bachelor of Arts Honours sure that they fight for you as a student.” - Xolani France Xulu Bachelor of Education

“I am a proud UNIZULU graduate because I am confident that I have gained adequate knowledge about my field and I am fit for “I’m proud to be a UNIZULU graduate the workplace. I have also gained because the University is so rich in interpersonal skills from UNIZULU. culture. I will forever cherish the “I’m proud to be a graduate of I leave the University happy and happy moments I shared with my UNIZULU because of the cultural with pride because I am a product of friends on campus as it was in those diversity that the University has. This lecturers like Dr Maxwell Shamase moments that my character was is an institution that makes one feel and Gift Marovatsanga, who not shaped. Because of this institution, I at home, welcomed and it provides only lecture you, but inspire you to have come to learn to always have a a good environment to study and aim high as well.” positive outlook on life.” prosper.” -Luyanda Ngcobo - Nonkululeko Mbokazi - Lisa Marais Bachelor of Arts Bachelor of Arts Bachelor of Laws

3 #tag Top Education Graduate # in Awe of Accomplishment

Khanyisile Majola (24) has been a top achiever her entire schooling life yet she couldn’t fathom how she managed to top all her peers in the Faculty of Education.

“I absolutely cannot believe it,” the Ulundi-born graduate said cheerfully. “I’m asking myself ‘why me?’. I mean, I was among thousands of students in my faculty yet I came up top. It’s unbelievable,” she said.

Majola graduated with a Bachelor of Education: Intermediate and Senior Phase degree during the 2018 UNIZULU Graduations. She is amongst five graduates in her Faculty whose outstanding academic performance was considered and approved by the UNIZULU SENEX for the 2018 UNIZULU Graduation Ceremonies. As a token of appreciation from the office of the Vice-Chancellor, Majola, together with the other four top graduates, received a brand new laptop which was specially handed over to her by the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Xoliswa Mtose on the day of her graduation. Pictured: Khanyisile Majola (middle) as she receives a brand new laptop from For the graduate, this achievement UNIZULU Vice-Chancellor, Professor Xoliswa Mtose (left), for her sterling could not have been possible performance in her academic programme and the Faculty of Education as a without the unwavering support whole. Also pictured is Professor Mncedisi Maphalala, the Dean of the Faculty of her father, family, lecturers and of Education. one high school teacher. “All the who ignited her love for Physical now imparting her knowledge to motivation, support and love from Science. grade 12 Physical Science learners my family and community made at Phumanyova High School in me believe in the common saying In Majola, the field of education Nongoma, where she is currently that ‘it takes a village to raise a has truly gained a passionate employed. child’. I am grateful to Mr Talasi, Dr professional to whom teaching Of her future plans, the graduate Masoalane, Mr Ngwenya, Dr Pillay comes naturally. The young woman said, “I believe there is still much and many of my other lecturers said she realised her calling while more out there for me. This is just for teaching me independence and she was still in high school, where the beginning.” She added that reinforcing the notion of effort she was always surrounded by her obtaining higher qualifications is yielding success,” Majola said, also peers who required tutoring in definitely in the pipeline. acknowledging the role played by Mathematics and Physical Science. Sindi Nene, the high school teacher Majola said she is ecstatic as she is - Naledi Hlefane

4 #tag Hard work Earned Ntokozo GILILI TOP ACHIEVER AWARD

Ntokozo Gilili graduated top of the Faculty of Arts with a Diploma in Public Relations Management and made history as the first person to obtain a higher education qualification in her family during the recent graduation season, thus making 2018 a year of firsts for her. “I have never been a top achiever before. I have always underestimated my potential and capabilities,” a shocked Gilili said. “When I saw my name on the graduation programme, I was overwhelmed. I worked extremely hard but I did not think I would end up where I ended off. My sleepless nights were not in vain,” she added. Like the majority of South Africans, the phenomenon of living from hand to mouth is a reality for Gilili. Her father retired fifteen years ago thus the family lives off of her self-employed mother’s menial income. Coming from such a done. “Ms Gilili is one among continues to apply her knowledge background, Gilili knew that being many other students who passed in pursuit of excellence,” dedicated in her academics would with distinction. Her dedication Dr Naidoo said. see her graduating and ultimately and hard work have placed her as Gilili is currently pursuing a changing her family’s financial the highest achiever [in the Faculty Bachelor of Technology in Public status. Indeed, she reaped the fruits of Arts]. Her commitment to her Relations Management at Durban of her hard labour by obtaining studies serves as a great motivation University of Technology (DUT). sixteen distinctions for her for all our students. We are certain She advised undergraduate qualification, an accomplishment that she will indeed continue to students never to miss lectures as her parents are very proud of. shine in her future endeavours. well as to make use of the tutors Dr Kevin Naidoo, Senior Lecturer On behalf of the staff of the available to them as that is what and Acting Head of the Department Department of Communication contributed to her success. of Communication Science Science, we want to wish her congratulated Gilili on a job well every success in her future as she - Precious Shamase

5 #tag # Verusha Naidoo Destined for Greatness

From a young age, Richards Bay born Verusha Naidoo exhibited she first represented this institution traits of being a lawyer. She would when she was in level two. Verusha always find herself intervening has participated in competitions in conflicts, all in the name of and vacation programmes defending the truth. throughout her studies and has excelled in all that she has Fast forward to present day, done. MacRoberts Attorneys, Naidoo has obtained a Bachelor of Cape Town, where she is Laws degree cum laude, topping currently serving her articles all her peers in the Faculty of is fortunate to have one of Commerce, Administration our finest graduates and and Law. Her diligence in her they have also recognised academics saw her attaining 29 her achievement,” Dr distinctions out of 40 modules . On Naidoo said. “Verusha the day of her graduation, along is a fine example for all with four other top students in LLB students to follow. her Faculty, Naidoo was presented Congratulations Verusha. with a brand new laptop from the The Department of Law is office of the Vice-Chancellor. She very proud of you. All the also received the Top Achiever best and God bless,” Dr award from the South African Naidoo added. Association of Woman Graduates Award. Typical of a top achiever, Naidoo has embarked on Among the factors that a new academic journey. contributed to her success, “I am currently working Naidoo counted the exceptional on completing a Diploma lecturers she had. “I am proud to through the University of say that I have no fear of walking Cape Town, where I attend into a courtroom because I was evening classes while I am equipped with all the necessary working in a corporate law skills to litigate and it’s all thanks firm during the day. I am to my UNIZULU lecturers. A big also working on finalising a thank you to each and every one Journal article publication of them,” said Naidoo. for an international According to Dr Kanagie Naidoo, conference. Now that I have the Head of the Department of my LLB in the bag, LLM is on Law, Naidoo’s excellence shone the cards,” she said. throughout her studies. “Verusha was a student who flew the UNIZULU flag high from the time - Precious Shamase

6 #tag # Nduduzo Shandu Slowly Carving His Way to Success

While being raised by a single Shandu is even more delighted money to pay for my sister and parent could easily become an that he has made his mother I’s registration fees. This drove excuse for many people not to proud. “My mother is my source me to set up my goals and their reach their full potential in life, of inspiration as she single- timeframes so as to know what being raised by a single mother handedly raised both me and my I was working towards. I told has never kept Nduduzo Msizi sister. She faced many obstacles myself that I would finish my Shandu from pursuing his goals. in her life but overcame these. degree in record time and show In fact, owing to his determination, Her tenacity showed me that even my mother that her efforts to get the 21-year-old from Durban though I never knew my father, us an education were not in vain.” graduated cum laude for his I could determine the kind of As his dream is to become a medical Biokinetics degree at the recent future I wanted. The past cannot doctor specialising in cardiology UNIZULU Graduations. be changed but it is within my or sport medicine, Shandu is power to change the future,” he “I completed my degree with 22 currently studying towards his said. distinctions and two merits,” Honours in Biokinetics under said Shandu, adding that he is Growing up, Shandu said his UNIZULU’s Faculty of Science and still haunted by the fact that he mother always advised him and Agriculture. The young man is also passed two modules with merit his sister to work hard in order planning to publish “The Tears of because his goal was to get straight to become self-sufficient in life. a Black Child”, an autobiography distinctions. Nonetheless, he is This advice has stayed with him he has been penning for the past glad that all the time he set aside to date. “I am not coming from a five years. each and every day for his studies well-to-do family. I remember in ultimately paid off. 2015, my mother had to borrow - Precious Shamase

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8 #tag 9 #tag IDENTICAL TWIN Graduates Beat the Odds

Pictured: Zandile and Zanele Gumede, identical twins who graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Tourism Studies. Zanele and Zandile Gumede a Bachelor of Arts in Tourism school, the twins lost their mother embody all the typical Studies, the degrees of which they and in 2004, would also lose their characteristics of individuals received during the UNIZULU Arts father, a heartbreak that they conceived from one egg; they Faculty’s graduation ceremonies. clearly carry with them to this day. are identical, finish each other’s Ironically, the twin graduates were Their maternal aunt would sentences and chose the same in different curriculum streams however step up to the plate; profession. Interestingly, they in high school. They didn’t plan raising the twins and providing for even conceived their own children to study towards the same degree them through selling food items approximately three weeks apart. at university. It’s just one of those such as vetkoeks. “Financially it “We do everything together. We things that happened by chance. wasn’t that bad because we had are friends and share the same In high school, Zanele did History our aunt. She didn’t work and friends. We sing together (they sang while Zandile was in Science we helped her in her business. in the same choir in high school). and it just so happened that they We have been able to get this far We got pregnant at the same fell in love with Tourism. One because of her and we will always be grateful to her. Were it not for time,” quipped the twins, while of their ultimate plans is for the her, we would not have been able continuing, “We got pregnant two degree to take them abroad career to graduate,” said Zanele. or three weeks apart. Our children wise.When asked whether they were born on 21 May and 18 June have previously encountered any In terms of future plans, Zandile 2016 (respectively) and are turning difficulties that almost derailed says they are planning on studying two years old this year.” their dreams for the future, towards their PHD degrees; the the sisters’ mood immediately next stop being their Honours It is their strong bond that changes. The twins weep as they degree next year (2019). ultimately led the 22-year-olds recount the painful loss of their to enrol for the same degree- parents. In 2002 whilst in primary - Sinegugu Ndlovu

10 #tag Interview with # PhD Graduate Malik Khan

UNIZULU PhD graduate Malik A good research depends on What advice would you give to Dilshad Khan has set an academic personal motivation and hard other students? record in the Department of work; an experienced and It is mentioned in the holy book Chemistry by publishing a total supportive mentorship and a Quran that “there is nothing for of twenty papers whilst pursuing conducive lab environment, that is man except what he strives for”. his PhD degree. According to co-operative colleagues, staff and Without struggle and hard work Khan’s supervisor and Chemistry facilities are required. Fortunately, no one can achieve success. While Department Lecturer Professor my supervisor is a high profile doing research, results are not Neerish Revaprasadu, the graduate’s researcher and his continuous always according to the plan, so be accomplishment is “probably a motivation and support helped me patient, have faith in God and read South African record” and the in achieving such a high number a lot of research papers related to research work he undertook on of publications. So far we have the research topic as it helps in materials for energy applications published 20 papers and five improvisation. was “ground-breaking” too. Read are under review in high impact Khan’s recent conversation with journals. What’s next for Malik? #tag. Currently, I am finalising some How do you feel about your research work which was not the Tell us about yourself? academic performance? part of my PhD thesis. I am also I am a 30-year-old Muslim from Hard work always pays off. The co-supervising some students. Pakistan. I am not married yet feeling that I have made my I will continue to work with but now that my PhD is over, I am research group and country proud Prof Revaprasadu as it is a great planning to get married any time gave me a sense of satisfaction opportunity for me to learn and soon. which has no substitute. gain from his experience.

What led you to study at UNIZULU? I have always wanted to visit South Africa because of its beautiful landscape, exotic beaches and wildlife. While I was doing my MPhil. research work in Pakistan, my supervisor had just started a collaborative programme with Prof Revaprasadu as our research was quite similar. When my supervisor inquired if I wanted to go to South Africa for a research visit, it was like a dream come true. I came to UNIZULU for a six-month research visit in May 2014. I worked really hard and we successfully accomplished two projects. Based on good performance, Prof Revaprasadu recommended I pursue my PhD which I started in Feb 2015.

What would you say has been the wind beneath your wings in publishing your 20 papers?

11 #tag Law Twin Graduates Attribute Achievement to Neighbour

hile many neighbourhoods who Wsubscribe to the age-old “good fences make good neighbours” notion can attest to its immense contribution to peace and harmony among communities, the story of twin brothers Wamukelwe and Wenzile Mngadi is proof that refusing to conform to societal norms can also yield positive results. Speaking after obtaining Bachelor of Law degrees (LLB) during the 2018 UNIZULU Graduations, the 25-year-olds from Eskhawini acknowledged that even though various people contributed to their academic accomplishments, their neighbour’s unanticipated, constant support and motivation stood out. “We thank God for the support structure that we got because it eased off the pressure when it got tough. Apart from the obvious backing from our family, we thank our neighbour uBab’ Zondo because his actions taught us something very essential about life,” Twin brothers Wenzile (left) and Wamukelwe Mngadi. said Wenzile. Through their neighbour’s perpetual each other every morning. Our mom we needed them,” Wenzile said. interest in their schooling, the twins always tells us to stay focused, believe in Both Wamukelwe and Wenzile said they learned that kindness is a God and have trust in His ways and our are presently planning on getting virtue that should be extended to father pushes us to work hard and stay experience in the law field before everyone- and not just family and grounded. Actually these achievements pursuing their master’s degrees after a friends. are for all those that were there when few years. “While we were doing our first year, [Bab’ Zondo] would tell us that Law is a Fun Facts About the Twins career [worth pursuing]. In our second l The twins’ father only managed to differentiate between the two when they year, he asked if we [had] thought were 22 years old. [about] the thesis for our master’s,” Wamukelwe recalled, adding that l Wamukelwe and Wenzile’s mother is UNIZULU alumna with a Bachelor of this enquiry prompted him and his Education degree. brother to start thinking about their l The twins were born prematurely with a weight of approximately 1.1 postgraduate studies. kilograms, 1.4 kilograms lesser than an average new born baby. “I can say that he basically taught us l They have similar interests as well as dislikes and they sometimes have the to be more ambitious,” Wamukelwe same dreams on the same nights and even express the same thoughts at the said, acknowledging that though Bab’ same time (cool right?) Zondo’s follow-up on their studies l Wamukelwe was accused of cheating and nearly got dumped once by his then seemed invasive at first, in hindsight, new girlfriend because he forgot to mention that he is a twin. The matter he realises that their neighbour had was, however, resolved after a formal introduction was made. good intentions. l At the age of eight, the pair had a mischievous habit of climbing on cars Apart from their neighbour’s backing, whilst the elders would be in church. the twins said they were grateful for l Even though they are twins, the brothers have some differences as well. For their family’s support. “Our family’s instance, Wenzile admits to being lazy while Wamukelwe agrees that he is the support structure is wonderful. We have short-tempered of the two. a WhatsApp group where we motivate - Samkele Sokhela

12 #tag Now That You’ve Graduated What's Next? raduating is an exhilarating Gfeeling that symbolises the successful completion of a journey which, for some, is riddled with hardships. Once the graduation ceremony and celebrations are over, however, the pertinent question many find themselves asking is “Where to from here?”. The truth is there isn’t a blanket answer to this question because we all have varied goals which we have set out to achieve. But whether you decide to seek employment- taking a hiatus from academics- or pursue postgraduate studies whilst working in your career, but do this on two and attitudinal components. In or simply become an entrepreneur, conditions: it must not be illegal short, professionalism is seen as it is crucial that you are mentally or against your morals. The price the identification and expression ready for the world and understand is temporary but the rewards are of what is required and expected of the great demand that comes with extreme. The difference between an professionals,” Dr Keevy said. being a graduate in this country. To average graduate and an excellent Develop Yourself inspire you in this regard, #tag has graduate is the preparedness to pay summed up key points raised by the price. You need to be prepared “Do not be content with having one some of the guest speakers during to do what is necessary in order to qualification or qualifications from the recent graduation season. achieve what is required. In life, you a single institution. Constantly Be a Change Agent have two choices: either hard work upgrade yourself. This is not limited “Your real dream is in integrating or a hard life.” to academics; just reading a book or learning how to cook, play the the theory you have learnt and Dr Nathi Ngcobo; Executive Director assimilated over the years and and Co-owner, Dalisu Holdings keyboard or guitar will do. Look for engage with the real world and start information, increase your capacity to put to practice the skills you have Have a Strong Character and challenge your mind. When you learned. You need to start looking at Dr James Keevy, Chief Executive go out into the field be prepared to your communities with a different Officer at JET Education Services, fight because it is a battle out there.” strategic lens. You are going to spoke of three key concepts in the Dr Nathi Ngcobo; Executive Director start questioning things; you are workplace: values, accountability and Co-owner, Dalisu Holdings not going to be a passive recipient and professionalism. Values- bodies Choose Associations Wisely in the communities where you are of knowledge, professional skills going to be working. You are fit for and qualities- matter because they “You only have one life so choose practice. You are fit for purpose.” inform motivations and intentions; your friends, relationships and associations correctly. Be selfish Langanani Malamba; Registrar, hence they shape human action South African Council for Social in almost any behavioural setting. when it comes to relationships Service Professions Accountability, be it bureaucratic as some may stifle your progress. or professional, is required Look for and allow value-adding Set Definite Career Goals for quality service to members relationships: people who believe “Take responsibility for your own of the public as well as fellow in you and what you want to achieve career. Refuse to be a passenger in professionals. “Professionalism in life.” your career but be the driver and includes attitudinal aspects- how Dr Nathi Ngcobo; Executive Director take control of the direction of your [we] think and what attitudes and and Co-owner, Dalisu Holdings career. Be prepared to pay any price values [we] hold. Professionalism in order to further your progress consists of intellectual, behavioural - Naledi Hlefane

13 #tag # UNIZULU Hall of Fame

In its mission statement, UNIZULU counts providing globally competitive graduates, relevant for the human capital needs of our country as one of its objectives. Naturally, the institution has, over the years, produced some of the country’s finest graduates- some of whom hold top and influential positions both within and beyond their fields. Here are a few individuals who are flying the UNIZULU flag high.

Stella Khumalo Raymond Zondo Sizwe Zwane Sipho Nkosi CEO of uShaka Marine World Deputy Chief Justice, South Principal, Empangeni High School President, Chamber of Mines South Africa Stella Khumalo is the current African Constitutional Court Zwane holds a Bachelor of Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Deputy Chief Justice obtained Science degree in Environmental Nkosi holds a Bachelor’s degree uShaka Marine World since June his B.Iuris qualification from Management and a BSc Honours in Economics from UNIIZULU. 2014. After matriculating from St UNIZULU. Between 1997 and 2010, degree in Geography from He started his career as a Market Francis College in Marianhill she Judge Zondo served in the Labour UNIZULU. He began his career as a Analyst with Ford Motor Company went on to complete her Bachelor Court and Labour Appeals Court, Mathematics educator at Zinikeleni South Africa in 1980 after which after which he served in the North of Science Degree at UNIZULU, High School where he was also a he was appointed as Marketing Gauteng High Court from 2011 choir conductor. He thereafter majoring in Botany, Zoology and Coordinator at Anglo American Biochemistry. Previously, Khumalo until his current appointment in worked at various other high the Constitutional Court. Judge schools, teaching Mathematics, Coal in 1986. He has since occupied was the CEO of the KwaZulu-Natal key positions which include serving Liquor Authority and Head of the Zondo is the current Chancellor of Social Sciences and Life Sciences as Marketing Manager of BHP Provincial Department of Arts and UNIZULU. as well as at UNIZULU where he Billiton Limited from 1993 to 1997, Culture. She is also the founder lectured Geography. In April 2018, of Stella Educational Foundation, Zwane was appointed as the first being one of the founders and CEO a Non-profit Organisation (NPO) black principal at Empangeni High of Eyesizwe as well as serving as which aims to empower, support School. Prior to his appointment, CEO of Exxaro Resources Limited and mentor young bright minds. Zwane was the Head of Department from September 1, 2007 to March for Mathematical Sciences at 31, 2016 and its Executive Director Empangeni High School after from November 28, 2006 to March which he was promoted to Deputy 31, 2016. Principal a year later

David Mahlobo Former Minister of Energy and of State Security. Mahlobo obtained his BSc Degree Sibongile Mngoma in Biochemistry and subsequently received his Honours degree Jazz and Opera Singer as well as from UNIZULU. During his time Actress at the University, he was an Bess Nkabinde-Mmono Nomonde Mbusi active member of the Student Mngoma was born in Soweto but Actress completed her primary and high Representative Council (SRC). In Judge, Constitutional Court of school education in KwaZulu- 2002, he was appointed as the South Africa Mbusi, born in KwaMashu, Natal. Shortly after matriculating Director of Transformation in the Judge Nkabinde-Mmono obtained Durban, obtained her Bachelor’s she went on to obtain her BProc Department of Water Affairs and a BProc degree from UNIZULU. Her degree in Dramatic Arts from degree from UNIZULU. She is an Forestry until 2009. From 2009 judicial career began in 1999 when UNIZULU. In 2016, Mbusi played internationally renowned singer until 2014, he was appointed Head she was appointed to the High “Thobeka” in Akin Omotoso’s and actress. Her first major role was of Department of Co-operative Court of South Africa. She served Vaya. Her performance in the film playing Zandile in the opera studio Governance and Traditional in acting positions in the Labour earned her a nomination for best production of Enoch, Prophet of Affairs in the Mpumalanga Court, Labour Appeals Court and supporting actress at the African God in 1995. As a soloist she has Province. The then president in the Supreme Court of Appeal. Movie Academy Awards. The film performed Khumalo’s Izibongo of South Africa, Jacob Zuma, She has also chaired the Rules went on to win multiple accolades zikaShaka, Haydns Creation and appointed Mahlobo to the National Board. In 2006, the then president, locally and internationally. She also Mozart’s Requiem, among other Executive Committee (NEC). On Thabo Mbeki, appointed her to played “Mokopi” in one of South roles. She currently has recorded 25 May 2014, he was appointed to the Constitutional Court of South Africa’s hit soaps Generations. and released two successful music the cabinet as Minister of State Africa replacing Judge Arthur albums. Security until February 2018. Chaskalan. - Hlumelo Nyikana

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“Your education is a dress rehearsal for a life that is yours to lead.” - Nora Ephron

“My grandmother definitely played a crucial role in me obtaining my qualification. My parents are deceased so my grandmother has always been there for me whenever I needed her. We are a big family at home but I’m proud of her because she was able to support all of us using her pension grant. She always motivates me. Today, I’m happy and I do not consider myself an orphan because of her and I am truly grateful.” - Nomkhosi Myeni Bachelor of Arts graduate

“My mother undoubtedly played an important role in me receiving my diploma. She has been supportive all the way. At the most crucial times, she was there to carry me. She is everything to me.”

- Precious Ngomane Diploma in Public Relations graduate

“The person who played a crucial role in me obtaining my qualification is my grandmother, maMthethwa. She has been my financier since I was in primary school and I am grateful to her for all she has done for me. I feel like my current qualification actually belongs to her. I am only going to claim ownership of my postgraduate qualification. For this particular degree, I give my grandmother all the credit.”

- Thubelihle Malibongwe Dube Bachelor of Laws graduate

“My sister definitely played vital role in me receiving my degree because she pushed me to do my utmost best in my studies so that I can help change the conditions at home. We are orphans so she has always been there for me, supporting and encouraging me in difficult times. It’s always hard for her to look after both of us but she always makes sure that I am well taken care of.”

- Skhumbuzo Sithole, Bachelor of Education graduate

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