Meet Our Scholars

Xolani Gixela

• Major: Cost and Management Accounting
• School: Cape Peninsula University

"In my community there are few people who manage to graduate. With my education I want to open a youth center for children."

Shakeelah Abrahams

• Major: Biotechnology
• School: University of Western Cape

“I never dreamed this possible. Attending college has always been my goal, and now I'm on my way to finding a cure for cancer.”

Damian Matroos

• Major: Civil Engineering
• School: Cape Peninsula University

“Education is the key to my future. I desire to create sustainable buildings that will foster a new South Africa.”

Alutho Mtati

• Major: Law
• School: University of Western Cape

“I want to be a lawyer so I can defend and advocate for people in my community who have no one to stand up for them.”

Tasneem Oliver

• Major: Accounting
• School: University of Western Cape

“Upon getting my degree, I would like to join and accounting firm and then plough back into my own community.”

Charlize Brendekamp

• Major: Medicine
• School: Stellenbosch University

“I want to pursue medicine so I can open clinics in my community and help those without access to proper health care.”

Busisiwe Mutlaka

• Major: Accounting
• School: University of Western Cape

“I want to pursue this degree so that I can take care of my family who are living in poverty. I want to change the situation in my community.”

Garth Van Rooi

• Major: Business
• School: University of Western Cape

“I come from a community where opportunities are limited. TNHF believes in young people and this programme will add value to my family.”

Brett Coraizin

• Major: Math and Statistical Science
• School: University of Western Cape

“By succeeding in my studies I will qualify for leadership positions, and in my position I'll be able to create opportunities for others."

Omphile Tsomoko

• Major: Medical Bio-Science
• School: University of Western Cape

“With Medical Bio-Science, I can help find cures for diseases. This will have great importance to my community and the entire world."

Lelethu Koplani

• Major: Physiotherapy
• School: University of Western Cape

“The place where you live does not have to determine where you will go in life. I want to break that cycle in my community."

Tlotlang Mancho

• Major: Chemical Engineering
• School: Cape Peninsula University

“I want to be a Chemical Engineer to figure out ways to reduce waste, stop pollution, and clean the air."

Phumza Sentse

• Major: Analytical Chemistry
• School: University of Western Cape

“I enjoy working in the lab. As a child, I always dreamed of becoming a scientist."

Ntshembo Sombhane

• Major: Computer Science
• School: University of Western Cape

“The world revolves around technology and that is where I will be able to make a great impact in our nation."

Jaime-Lee Jacobs

• Major: Law
• School: University of Western Cape

“We face many social issues and people are oblivious to the help that is available to them. I would like to enable people to obtain help."

Mfuneko Duma

• Major: Analytical Chemistry
• School: Cape Peninsula University

“I would like to enter the pharmaceutical industry to help South Africans receive quality medication."

Lydia Kaitesi

• School: Kigali Institute of Education
• Major: Accounting

“Since education is the key to success, i will work hard and succeed in life so that others can see me as a good example."

Lillian Uwase

• School: Kigali Institute of Education
• Major: Accounting

“I want to become a business woman so I can provide employment to young people and develop my community."

Margret Mujawamariya

• School: Kigali Institute of Technology
• Major: Computer Engineering

“Education is the foundation of civilization. If i work hard and focus on my studies, I will make a foundation of my own."

Jackie Mutesi

• School: Kigali Institute of Education
• Major: Accounting

“Since education is the key to success, i will work hard and succeed in life so that others can see me as a good example."

Alice Beni

• School: Kigali Independent University
• Major: Computer Science

“I enjoy working in network communication and I dream of becoming a network administrator."

Justine Cyabatuku

• School: Kigali Independent University
• Major: Economics

“With my education, I hope to start my own business so I can help my family and my country."

Odeth Murekatete

• School: Kigali Independent University
• Major: Economics

“I want to became an entrepreneur so i can provide jobs, help orphans, and develop my family & country."

Evas Gift

• School: Kigali Institute of Education
• Major: Business Management

Oliva Mukantwari

• School: Kigali Independent University
• Major: Law

“I am learning to appreciate diversity which is going to help me carryout my work as a judge with impartiality to stop injustice."

Valentine Mutuyubutatu

• School: Kigali Independent University
• Major: Accounting

“" am leaning principles like servant leadership, entrepreneurship, and productivity. These skills will help me serve my community as a manager."

Zintathu Mfino

• Major: Marketing
• School: Northlink College, Cape Town

“I dream that I can have my own business one day. Education gives me power as a woman so I can help other women too.”

Vuyokazi Dyoli

• Major: Travel and Tourism
• School: Northlink College, Cape Town

"I know how life is in my community and I want to give to those in need. My education will help me become a leader and develop my community."

Anda Sozawe

• Major: Sports Management
• School: Northlink College, Cape Town

“I’m the first in my family to go to college. I am studying to pass my diploma and get a good job so I can support another student to study.”

Khanyisa Mquoboko

• Major: Sports Management
• School: Northlink College, Cape Town

“I believe that by being educated I’ll receive a degree and use it to help other people. I can bring back hope to people who’ve lost hope.”

Thembekile Duda

• Major: Welding
• School: Northlink College

“With the qualifications and knowledge that I would obtain from college, I will gain the skills to better my community.”

Thembesile Hagile

• Major: Boilermaking
• School: Northlink College

“My future is brighter than before. I know life is hard, but with a higher education, all things are possible.”