BY Nkosazana Ngwadla
Happiness, honour, privilege and excitement were feelings that swelled up inside student Ms Zahra Jhazbhay on receiving the LC Robinson Scholarship and the T Williams Scholarship.
Currently studying for a degree in Health Sciences, Jhazbhay says the financial assistance that comes with the awards would take a lot of pressure off her. The T Williams Scholarship is awarded to the top student entering the final year of a first-degree programme, while the LC Robinson Scholarship – named after Lawrence Robinson, a former Chairman of Council – goes to the most outstanding undergraduate at UKZN.
Jhazbhay is the second daughter in the family to win the LC Robinson Scholarship. ‘My family is overjoyed – they have consistently guided and supported me on my educational journey.’
Jhazbhay thanked her benefactors for the assistance and said she planned to continue studying at UKZN, using knowledge and skills gained from her Health Sciences degree to make meaningful contributions to underserved local communities.
While the unwavering backing, motivation and affection from her family serve as her driving forces, especially during challenging academic moments, she emphasised the role of prayer and divine will in her achievements.
She said diligence and consistency were vital in achieving success with key factors being effective time management, maintaining a positive outlook and determination.
Jhazbhay, the youngest of three siblings, comes from a close-knit family. Her elder brother holds a BSc in Electrical Engineering and her sister a BPharmacy degree – both from UKZN.
Outside of academics, she enjoys reading, writing, and exploring new languages.
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