Thabiso Khumalo Overcomes Addiction to Achieve Academic Success
Thabiso Khumalo's inspiring journey from whoonga addiction to academic success
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Thabiso Khumalo, a 30-year-old from KwaDabeka Sub 5, Durban, triumphs over a decade-long whoonga addiction to graduate with a Bachelor of Applied Arts from the Durban University of Technology. His journey of resilience was fueled by the birth of his daughter and a desire to uplift others through education and community service.
- 01Thabiso Khumalo battled whoonga addiction from 2009 until 2016, which led to homelessness and family theft.
- 02The birth of his daughter, Zisanda, in 2016 inspired him to pursue recovery and rebuild his life.
- 03He graduated from the Durban University of Technology with a Bachelor of Applied Arts in Screen Arts and Technology in 2023.
- 04Thabiso founded AsambeSyeVarsity, a non-profit organization aiding youth with university applications and providing meals for the homeless.
- 05He plans to pursue an Honours degree and eventually a Master's degree, aiming to establish an arts and skills development center in KwaDabeka.
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Thabiso Khumalo's journey from addiction to academic success is a testament to resilience and hope. After struggling with whoonga addiction for seven years, which led to homelessness and strained family relationships, Thabiso found motivation in the birth of his daughter, Zisanda. This pivotal moment encouraged him to seek recovery and pursue education. He graduated from the Durban University of Technology (DUT) with a Bachelor of Applied Arts in Screen Arts and Technology in 2023. Thabiso's commitment to helping others is evident in his founding of AsambeSyeVarsity, a non-profit that assists young people with university applications and operates a soup kitchen for the homeless. His efforts earned him recognition as a Living Values Champion at the 2024 Student Awards. Currently an intern in DUT's Multimedia Department, he balances work and studies while planning to further his education with an Honours and Master's degree. Thabiso dreams of establishing an arts and skills development center in KwaDabeka to help youth avoid drugs and crime, embodying the spirit of recovery and community upliftment.
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Thabiso's journey inspires others in his community, particularly youth struggling with addiction and lack of opportunities.
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