Testimonials

I a Master student at Wits majoring in Inclusive education. I have a calling, to teach and make a difference. As a novice educator I believe I have what it takes to transform young lives. I have a passion for young people; modeling good character is what I do for a living. My daily mantra “See it believe it achieve it!” I carry this around to make a difference and to continue finding a way of living my dream in a meaningful and purposeful way. I joined the STET family in 2021 after obtaining 4 distinctions in 4th year so STET funded my Honors studies at wits and I’m still grateful for being part of such a lovely family. I am also a co-founder of an organization (NPO) known as Phakama Moswa our programs are mainly based in Limpopo and we have been doing an amazing job with working with just about 4 schools located in our village. I aspire to inspire!

I am a student at the University of South Africa (UNISA). I joined the STET family in 2021. I am currently studying towards a Bachelor of Education in Foundation Phase Teaching.
So far, I have achieved 7 distinctions for the 2021 academic year. My hobbies are reading and jogging. My favorite module so far is SED2601(sociology in education), I find it very interesting and educational.

I am currently in a process of completing Bachelor of Education Honors at University of South Africa. I have obtained Post Graduate Certificate in Education in 2019 majoring with Computer Application Technology in FET phase and Technology senior phase, I have obtained 6 distinctions. I also have completed National Diploma in Information Technology at Vaal University of Technology in 2017.

I am currently studying a bachelor’s degree in Education intermediate and senior phase at UNISA. Currently I have completed 24 modules. Thus far, I have obtained 11 distinctions.

I am from Mpumalanga. A qualified teacher in Soweto Curtis Nkondo School of specialization. I studied for my 1st degree at Tshwane university of technology under Technology and vocational Training. I obtained 13 distinctions. I completed my honors in education majoring with Civil Technology in 2017. I am currently doing my master’s degree at Tshwane university of technology. My topic is related to Technology and how Graphics communication is taught by teachers to Grade 8 learners.

“I joined STET in 2021. That was after ORT-SA discovered me while tutoring Mathematics in all the High Schools in Alexandra. I’m currently in my second year studying Bachelor of Education-Senior Phase and FET at UNISA majoring in Mathematics and Physical science, so far I’ve obtained 4 distinctions. I would like to thank STET for funding and mentoring my studies.“

I am a qualified teacher with 8 years experience in the Early childhood and Foundation Phase and currently a first time STET beneficiary. I have just enrolled to further my studies in inclusive education.I believe in life long learning as the 4th industrial revolution is here to take the world by storm..as a teacher it is very important to “keep up”

I am a good listener and I enjoy creating innovative ways of teaching, every opportunity I get. I am doing my final year in BEd (ECD: FOUNDATION PHASE) at the University of South Africa. I currently have 16 Distinctions and will complete my degree in 2021. I am extremely passionate about grooming young minds which arouses from my eagerness to learn and develop myself.

Khethukuthula Mayisatshaba Mhlongo

I am a young passionate, highly organized, and dedicated professional educator at Curtis Nkondo SOS. I am from Mpumalanga Province where I matriculated 2011 with a bachelor pass. My career journey started 2012 at Tshwane University of Technology where I enrolled for my Bachelor of Education (FET) specialising in Civil technology and Engineering graphics and designing. 2015 I graduated with 22 distinctions that resulted to a pass with cum laude. 2016 I enrolled for honours degree with the above-mentioned institution and succeeded to complete it 2017 with 3 distinctions out of the 5 modules I was doing. 2019 I joined the STET family that offered me a generous gift of funding my Masters degrees studies. Through the support, I have accomplished my Master’s degree and I am grateful for the compassion.

Khumbelo Tshililo

I am a qualified educator currently teaching grade 9 and 10 at Curtis Nkondo School of Specialization. I obtained my bachelor’s degree at the Witwatersrand University. I have recently completed my Honours degree in Leadership and Management at the University of Johannesburg. I started this journey in 2019 and have received two distinctions in Education Theory and Research Methodology. In 2020 I started with my research which aimed at exploring Situational leadership as a conduit for implementing 4IR imperatives in Soweto Schools. This research allowed me the opportunity to interview different school leaders and to establish how their different leadership style help them to implement and support fourth industrial revolution learning in schools located in Soweto. My BEd Honors project was amongst the best and was thus chosen for the writing for publication. I plan to complete my master’s degree in Leadership and Management in the year 2022.

Lemogang Seakamela

I have successfully completed PGCE (Foundation phase and Early Childhood Development), currently studying towards Post Graduate Diploma in Teaching disability through the STET funding. My wish is to see every child in South Africa regardless of their race, age, gender, and level of disability being administered the education that they deserve in the environment suitable for their needs.
Motivated by my love for learning and succeeding, I strive to become an outstanding and successful woman today. I was actively involved in the sports, welfare, and exam committees, also ran successful intervention sessions. I always had a passion of working with people and making a difference in their lives. I have the capability to inspire those around me and have the favor to strive for the best and to achieve it.

I aim to promote quality education (impacting knowledge) in our country and the world, given the opportunity, I acknowledge the noble calling of the profession by educating and training young minds. My dream is to see holistic education being applied and intergraded successfully in growing minds. I am also striving to exercise the duties of professionalism so that I do not bring the profession into disrepute.

Lopang Magdeline Chabalala

I have been with STET for four years. I completed my B. Education with seven distinctions at University of South Africa. I was blessed again last year when STET paid my fees again at the University of Johannesburg for me to be able to further my knowledge. I am currently doing a bachelor’s degree of Education honors in education leadership and management. The reason why I choose this qualification is that the growing education market requires competent leaders and managers. Leading and managing can be applied in many areas such as the classroom, sports field, or the whole institution so that we create a conducive environment for teaching and learning. Nelson Mandela was once said “Education is the biggest weapon that we can use to change the world”, and as future leaders and managers it is our duty to make this possible. I want to take the opportunity to thank the funders to make my dreams possible. It was not an easy journey however STET made it possible, may the Almighty continue to bless you all.

Lungile Hlatshwayo

I believe that teachers are the one’s who prepare learners for the future while they are also equipping themselves for what’s yet to come. My name is Lungile Hlatshwayo,I am a qualified teacher for Mathematics, Mechanical Technology and Engineering Graphics and Design. I obtained my degree in 2022 from Tshwane University of Technology with distinctions on all my fourth year modules.

During my spare time I read novels, help people with job post, learners apply for tertiary. I believe that we are who we are because of people. Am grateful to STET for giving me a chance to further my studies as a honour’s student .

Lopang Magdeline Chabalala

Mantsekiseng Caroline Majake

I residing at Daveyton, Basothong section. I am 29 years of age, pursuing my Bachelor of Education in Intermediate phase at Unisa (University of South Africa) doing my first year. I have obtained 3 distinctions.
I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for granting me this wonderful opportunity to study in this current academic year, if it were not of your willingness to fund my studies, I would not have been able to pursue my dreams. I cannot thank you enough with the funding that you provided me, I do not have words to express how thankful I am.

Mikyla Pillay

I am a kind and hardworking young woman and I have always loved helping others wherever I could. Since childhood I have wanted to become a teacher to help guide and shape our future generations. Thanks to the STET bursary I can pursue my passion. I have just completed my second year for my BEd degree in the Senior and FET phase and obtained 11 distinctions. When I became part of the STET family my life changed completely because I was gifted the opportunity to go to university and pursue my dream and I will forever be tremendously grateful.

I am known as an Activator/Philanthropist /Enabler and Humanitarian who teach, mentor, and inspire, ECD, High school and tertiary students so that we can have innovation, assertive and self-reliant youth. I am a founder of a vibrant youth movement called Lebone Rivoningo Development in Ivory Park (a township after Midrand). I am currently working as an Office Manager at SPARK School. I am a UNISA Student, enrolled in 2018 for a Bachelor of Education Intermediate Phase degree. I have completed 18 modules and obtained 8 distinctions thus far.

I am from Germiston, East Rand. I am UNISA’s third-year student and one of the privileged beneficiaries of STET. I am left with one year to finish my Degree in Education (Intermediate and Senior Phase). The journey so far is manageable because of the great support that I get from STET. Now I have completed 22 modules and I am currently awaiting results for seven modules. I have obtained 2 distinctions.I chose teaching because of the inspiration that I must assist people to grow and to be positive influencers in our societies. I want to have an impact in constructing better citizens of this country. It is therefore for this reason that I chose a Teaching career. I believe that, the school is the main place to get opportunities to instil education, good morals, and exploration of good personality to children. My aim is to be more than just a teacher. I want to be active in children and youth development even outside the school.

I am a self-driven smart worker who is passionate about teaching CAT and IT to help others learn and empower themselves with new technological skills. Post matric I obtained First Aid level-1, Basic Ambulance assistant, A+, N+, ICDL, Technical& System support, MCSE server 2012 and an ABET higher certificate. I am currently studying towards my BEd Senior and FET phase and I will complete my studies in year 2022.I have good interpersonal skills with an ambition built on a strong educational foundation. I have work and community service experience. I obtained 4 distinctions.

I am a 26 year old qualified educator at Dulcie September Primary School. I obtained my B.Ed (GET) and Honours degree at Tshwane University of Technology with a CUM LAUDE and am currently pursuing my Master’s degree, specializing in Mathematics Education with the University of South Africa. I was privileged to be awarded a bursary by STET to assist me in completing my Master’s degree for the 2023/2024 academic year. I am also an aspiring tutor who is passionate about assisting learners that are struggling with Math and Science.

“Optimism is the faith that leads to achievement, nothing can be done without hope and confidence” Hellen Keller.

I am originally from GaMashashane in Limpopo. I am the last born of Mr and Mrs Manamela. After my matric, I went to Alexandra township where I upgraded my results through the second chance programme. The lady gave me forms to fill in so that I can join the second chance programme.
I got a bursary from STET and started my Bachelor of Education in senior and FET phase with the University of South Africa in 2018 and thus far, I have eight distinctions. If it had not been for STET family, I would not be where I am today. I would like to thank STET for uplifting my life by giving me an opportunity to further my studies. STET has been of great assistance to me as I am from a disadvantaged background. It has not been easy but with the support from STET and my family, I have managed to get to where I am today. I am humbly grateful to STET as they have come to my rescue.

I’m working as a Facilitator. I am currently studying ECD – Foundation Phase at UNISA. I have completed 20 modules with 4 distinctions.

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Have you ever dreamed of flying freely through outer space, surrounded by sea of stars?STET SA fulfilled that dream for me. My name is Zanele Siphephelo Hlophe, I am 32 years of age. I am working as an administrator, I work 4 days a week and my 1 day volunteer to
Maryvale College I work as a Liberian. I am a newly qualified teacher BED ( Bachelor’s degree in Education 2022) with 31 distinctions in the Intermediate and Senior Phase majoring in English, Mathematics and IsiZulu. My aim is to create a positive, safe and imaginative learning environment in which the learners can develop and contribute to society
as a whole one day. I am passionate about giving learners the wings they need with which to fly. I wish to inspire each and every learner with whom I come into contact and whom I have the privilege to mould and assist them in deepening their knowledge and understanding.
STET SA has made it possible for me to achieve that dream.