Graduation!

The Grade 7s all dressed up in their hats and gowns. 

After what became a very long wait for the Monzi Primary School graduation to start, we were thrilled to have the opportunity to watch some of our Afterschool Club Grade 7s graduate from primary school along with the school's Grade R class.

It was an honour to sit at the head table to watch the ceremony as other learners from the school danced, read poetry, said speeches and were given lectures by members of the community including one of the nurses from the Ezwenelisha Clinic.

Michelle and Nokwethemba speaking on behalf of African
Impact. 

Even our Business Manager Michelle was given the opportunity to say a few words, with translation help from Nokwethemba. Michelle told the learners that they had heard many serious speeches from their fellow community members, but they also must be certain to have fun with their education and enjoy learning.

Despite the graduation we will still be continuing Afterschool Club in Ezwenelisha, though we've been warned that with exams our numbers may dwindle slightly. However, just last week we began our Khula Afterschool Club in partnership with the Senzokuhle organization - a great addition to our afternoon projects.