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  • Because of apartheid, my mother never had an opportunity to learn nor pursue a professional career, so getting through each day was extremely difficult. Yet despite all odds, she never gave up and always encouraged...

    The power of believing in yourself: Prayer’s story

    Because of apartheid, my mother never had an opportunity to learn nor pursue a professional career, so getting through each day was extremely difficult. Yet despite all odds, she never gave up and always encouraged...

  • When I was invited to apply to the Dell Young Leaders Program, I was excited and hopeful about my chances for acceptance. When I learned that only 50 students from the University would be selected, I became a little worried...

    Getting that first job: Zamaswazi’s story

    When I was invited to apply to the Dell Young Leaders Program, I was excited and hopeful about my chances for acceptance. When I learned that only 50 students from the University would be selected, I became a little worried...

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