I had just launched an initiative which I hoped will help inspire learners to think deeply about the future and their role in it. I aptly termed it ‘THE POWER OF ONE’ (I will not take credit for this phrase as it is not original; it has been used a lot on television and other …
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‘If you do not have passion for your idea no one else will believe in it’ – Thurston Sebotsane Passion flowed through my veins as I thought of and planned my motorcycle tour around all provinces of South Africa. When I started, I had never been on a motorcycle nor could I drive one. On …
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‘Once you know exactly what you want to do, Do it’ — Thurston Sebotsane Some years ago a friend of mine (Mlungisi Mtshali) and I, visited the then CEO of iBurst, Mr. Thami Mtshali (Not related to my friend) at his office in Sandton. The idea was to seek advice on how to start a …
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I have undertaken a solo motorcycle tour around South Africa where I visited some schools and community projects in all provinces. I learnt a lot on my travels and my biggest worries were further confirmed; learners do not have an idea of why they are at school. They do not plan beyond the current day. …
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In 2009 I undertook a solo motorcycle tour around all nine provinces of South Africa. I visited and delivered inspirational talks at schools. On my return I got invited to an interview which was subsequently recorded and aired on German Television. To date I still get calls and email from German Nationals. I have included …
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