Role Models – Students
2021
Gerben Visser
Gerben Visser hopes to help solve South Africa’s energy problems
Gerben Visser matriculated at De Kuilen High School in Kuils River, Cape Town. He is studying BEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering at Stellenbosch University. He was selected as one of the students for the NSTF’s Brilliants Programme in 2021.
“Hopefully, I can establish myself as a professional engineer actively engaged in an ‘electrifying’ industry!”
2021
Rirhandzu Precious Mkhari
Rirhandzu Precious Mkhari plans to be the best doctor for her people
Rirhandzu Precious Mkhari matriculated at Ponego Secondary School in Gauteng. She is studying medicine at the University of Cape Town (UCT). She was selected as one of the students for the NSTF’s Brilliants Programme in 2021.
2021
Sabelo Langa
Sabelo Langa dreams of having his own surgery in his home village
Sabelo Langa is studying medicine at the University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN). He matriculated at Tholokuhle High School in KwaZulu-Natal. He was selected as one of the students for the NSTF’s Brilliants Programme in 2021.
2021
Andiswa Gabela’s
Andiswa Gabela’s fascination with numbers started in primary school
Andiswa Gabela is studying medicine at the University of Cape Town. He matriculated at Phillip Ndimande Secondary School in Mpumalanga Province. He was selected as one of the students for the NSTF’s Brilliants Programme in 2021.
2021
Dester De Salegn
A scientist in the making
Dester Weltegebriel De Salegn is studying towards a BSc Biological Sciences degree at the University of the Witwatersrand (Wits). She hails from Elukwatini in Mpumalanga. Dester was selected as one of the students for the NSTF’s Brilliants Programme in 2021.
“Believe in yourself; get a head start if you have the opportunity”
2021
Gabbi Christians
Gabbi Christians is an engineer in the making, hoping to find innovative solutions to problems
Gabbi Christians is studying BEng (Chemical Engineering) at Stellenbosch University. She matriculated Kimberley Girls’ High School in the Northern Cape.
“Engineers contribute a great deal to ,aking new things and finding innovative solutions to problems. As an aspriring chemical engineer, I would be given the opportunity to do just that.”
2021
Davinichia Douries
On the journey to becoming a medical doctor
Davinichia Douries is studying medicine at the University of Stellenbosch. She matriculated at Charlie Hofmeyr High School in Ceres in the Western Cape. She was selected as one of the students for the Brilliants Programme in 2021.
“I am always striving to do better and be better. But not all better than those around me – better than who I was.”
2021
Delight Mashaba
We are living in the data age, says Delight Mashaba
Delight Mashaba matriculated at Ximunwana High School in Limpopo. He is studying towards a BSc Applied Mathematics degree at the University of Pretoria. Delight was selected as a student of the NSTF Brilliants Programme in 2021.
“ I’ve always wanted to help people, and with mathematics, i believe that breakthoughs are still to be made that will significantly impact economies worldwide.”
2021
Danie Gouws
Problem-solving and hands-on skills
Danie Gouws is studying electrical and electronic engineering at Stellenbosch University. He attended Hoërskool Hermanus in the Western Cape. Danie was selected for the NSTF Brilliants Programme in 2021.
“My father also has a great love for science and mathematics and works in a related field. He exposed me to mathematics and physics-related concepts and encouraged me to learn as much as possible about the field.”
2021
Marelie Bester
Marelie Bester is studying physics
Marelie Bester matriculated at Ficksburg High School in 2020. She is currently studying towards a Physics degree at Stellenbosch University.
Gary Ryan Blair once said: “Do more than is required. What is the distance between someone who achieves their goals consistently and those who spend their lives and careers merely following? The extra mile.”
2021
Phemelo Thapedi
Phemelo Thapedi Selomane is studying mechanical engineering
Phemelo Thapedi Selomane is studying mechanical engineering at the University of Pretoria. He attended HF Tlou High School in North West Province.
“At 19 years of age, I am an ambitious, determined and optimistic young male filled with big dreams for my future.”
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