When you walk through the gates of Brenthurst Primary School, Charles Sekhosana’s is the first friendly face you’ll see. The 23-year-old has been employed at the school as a groundsman for about six months and lives in KwaThema with his sister, Vivian (22).
• What does your job entail?
I monitor the entrance and exit of all visitors to the school. It is very important to me to make sure the children are safe.
I also assist with the scholar patrol and maintain the school and garden.
• What do you like most about your job?
I get to meet a lot of different people and I learn from them.
• Do you have any hobbies or special interests?
I enjoy going out with my friends.
I also love music and DJing.
My favourite music is house, deep house and hip hop.
• How would the learners at Brenthurst Primary School describe you?
I think they would have good things to say about me because they like me.
There are a few cheeky children, but most are respectful.
• What is your dream job?
I would love to have my own logistics company one day.
• Where do you see yourself in five years?
Graduating with a degree or diploma in logistics management.
I have already applied to study part-time through Unisa.
• If you had the power to solve one and only one problem in the world, what would it be and why?
Poverty. Everyone deserves a good life.
• If you could keep only five possessions, what would they be and why?
My job, house, computer, cellphone and DJing gear.
They make my life better and happier.
• What is your favourite thing about Brakpan?
Mall@Carnival. I go there with my friends to shop, watch movies or to get something to eat.
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Getting to know Samantha Chigogo
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