Landiswa Mbilini's Journey from Security Officer to Graduate

"It was easy, I don't want to lie. Fort Hare made it easy for me"

From protecting the university by day to pursuing her dreams by night this is the inspiring story of Landiswa Mbilini, a proud University of Fort Hare student currently completing her BA Honours in African Languages

A full-time Security Officer, devoted mother of two, and determined scholar, Landiswa’s journey is one of resilience, sacrifice, and unwavering faith. After years of putting her dreams on hold due to life’s responsibilities, joining UFH in 2020 reignited her passion for education and reminded her that it was never too late to begin again.

Balancing motherhood, demanding work shifts, teaching practice, and late-night study sessions, Landiswa refused to give up on herself. Through exhaustion, disappointment, and countless challenges, she carried one belief close to her heart: “Iphupha alifi umnikazi walo esaphila” a dream does not die while its owner is still alive.

YouTube extract is from Fort Hare University Website.

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