Tshepi Zakeya, a 22-year-old woman, recently recounted her journey on TikTok, disclosing her difficult decision to abandon her university studies during her third year due to a lack of financial support from the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS).
Tshepi had been enrolled in a BCom Statistics program at North-West University, but financial constraints compelled her to halt her academic pursuits.
Despite facing disappointment and uncertainty, Tshepi remained resolute.
In her TikTok video, she voiced her determination not to surrender, acknowledging her mother for imparting the resilience to persist in challenging times.
Currently employed as a cashier at a petrol station, Tshepi’s narrative deeply resonated with numerous online users who encountered her video, inspiring them to persevere in the face of adversity.
Here are some of the comments:
@her_majesty_Tshepi motivated: “Don’t give up, Tshepi. Never surrender; when the opportunity arises, return to complete your degree.”
@Thabs shared a poignant anecdote: “You will bounce back. I’m in a similar situation. I completed my BCom and BCom Honours in Industrial Psychology but was driven out of my home because I wasn’t employed.”
@Lemonade Faramouw commented: “You’re doing remarkably well. I wish you all the best.”
@Michelle shared a comparable experience: “Regardless of the circumstances, never lose hope. I returned to finish my course; I’m 27 years old. Your resilience is truly admirable.”
