Monday, January 22, 2024 – Nomfundo Mthembu, an 18-year-old matric pupil from Nkosi Ntulakabayise High School in Hluhluwe, KwaZulu-Natal, exemplifies resilience and determination, proving that tenacity can overcome life’s challenges.
In
a remarkable journey to success, Nomfundo not only faced the struggles of
renting a backroom to be closer to school but also endured hurtful allegations
from peers who accused her of using “muthi” to achieve academic excellence.
Despite
these obstacles, Nomfundo’s relentless efforts secured her a coveted spot among
the country’s top achievers, ranking second on KwaZulu-Natal’s list of
high-performing matriculants.
Nomfundo’s daily routine reflected her commitment, as she convinced her parents to rent a backroom closer to school, utilizing every precious second that would otherwise be spent on travel to focus on her studies.
Top achiever Nomfundo Mthembu from Hluhluwe, KZN, has
applied to study medicine at the University of Cape Town this year.
In an interview with Zimoja, Nomfundo expressed her
disbelief and confidence in her achievement, saying, “I still can’t believe it,
but I know and am confident that I am deserving because I put in the work and
took responsibility for my own life.”
She recalled the heartbreak of facing mockery from fellow
students who falsely believed she excelled academically due to the use of
“muthi.” Nomfundo clarified that her success was the result of countless
sleepless nights dedicated to studying.
Nomfundo credited her unwavering support system, consisting
of her mother and uncle, for providing the strength to “ignore all the noise
and focus on my future.”
With
her sights set on a future in medicine, Nomfundo has applied to the University
of Cape Town, marking the beginning of a promising chapter in her inspiring
journey.
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