BY Nkosazana Ngwadla
Thapelo Maja was raised in shack at an informal settlement in Gauteng, he found himself losing hope because of his circumstances.
However, after persevering, Thapelo says he has witnessed the greatness of God, especially when looking back where he comes from.
“Ntwana ya Mokhukhung (a boy from the shacks) today works as qualified mathematics teacher at one of the public school in Sebokeng. Ntwana ya Mokhukhung graduated with 26 distinctions and two Top 15% medals of his field of study.
Ntwana ya mokhukhung owns his business Pesso wood doors -pty. Ntwana ya Mokhukhung is a forever living hustler.
Ntwana ya mokhukhung always motivates every kid on the street through education and entrepreneurship. Ntwana tsa kasi your dreams are valid,” Thapelo said with pride.
He added that he didn’t achieve all these things through his own understanding, but by the grace of God.
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