30 learners from schools across the Uthukela District were recognised for their outstanding academic performance at the Alfred Duma Local Municipality Mayoral Matric Excellence Awards that were held today (January 23) at the Town Hall.

Proud and memorable celebration

The Town Hall was packed with parents, educators, municipal officials and community members, creating an atmosphere filled with excitement and pride as the achievements of the district’s top matriculants were celebrated.

Top performer announced

During the ceremony, Alfred Duma Municipal Manager Ms Ngiba officially announced Zenanda Ntuli from Mzimela High School as the overall top-performing learner in the district. The announcement was met with enthusiastic applause from the audience.

Support for further education

In demonstrating its commitment to education, the municipality revealed that it has paid more than 400 registration fees for the academic year, assisting learners as they transition into higher education institutions of their choice.

Words of encouragement from leadership

Addressing the award recipients, Alfred Duma Mayor Zama Sibisi congratulated the ‘Class of 2025’ and urged them to remain disciplined and committed to lifelong learning.

“I once again congratulate the ‘Class of 2025’. Stay focused and never stop learning,” said the mayor.

Keynote address inspires learners

The keynote address was delivered by Member of Parliament Nhlanhla Hadebe, who praised the learners for their exceptional achievements and encouraged them to continue striving for personal and academic growth.

“Congratulations on your remarkable accomplishments. Continue to grow through learning and never stop enriching yourselves,” he said.

List of award recipients

The following learners were honoured for their academic excellence:

• Zenande Mndeni Ntuli – Mzimela High School

• Anela Mapule Sithole – Windsor Secondary School

• Zinhle Mbalenh­le Magudulela – Emhlwaneni High School

• Nelisa Ayabonga Mazibuko – Emhlwaneni High School

• Lindokuhle Tomela – Ladysmith High School

• Tanika Prash Robson – Ladysmith Secondary School

• Ayanda Makhosazanodwa Ndlovu – Steadville Secondary School

• Rayhaan Dawood Jogiat – Ladysmith High School

• Ridwan Khan – Islamic Educational Centre

• Phelelani Malibongwe Ndlovu – Magwababa High School

• Malibongwe Thuthukani Nkala – Sakhelwe High School

• Labeeb Neel Rahman – Islamic Educational Centre

• Siasha Sajeshnie Kumar – Ladysmith Secondary School

• Philani Sphesihle Ndlovu – Bhevu High School

• S’phesihle Lerato Sikhakhane – Ndalela High School

• Andiswa Snethemba Masengemu – Emhlwaneni High School

• Londiwe Aneliswa Simphiwe Mchunu – Emhlwaneni High School

• Zemima Adat – Islamic Educational Centre

• Siyanda Skhumbuzo Sithole – Sicelukhanya High School

• Wandile Asenele Mtshali – Sicelukhanya High School

• Avela Mtshali – Qophindlela Secondary School

• Ncebo Wandile Gumbi – Emhlwaneni High School

• Banele Siyanda Ewart Ngcobo – Ezakh­eni High School

• Lebohang Excellent Mosegane – Windsor Secondary School

• Luyanda Thabiso Khanyeza – Emhlwaneni High School

• Sithembiso Sihle Radebe – Ezakh­eni High School

• Siphiwokuhle Anele Kunene – Endakane High School

• Sizwe Lungelo Madonsela – Endakane High School

• Alwande Ziyanda Shange – Limehill High School

• Ayanda Mthembu – Mzimela High School

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