Emmanuel Mathe, 28, hit rock-bottom some time ago, but has made it all the way to the top again.

Approximately ten years ago, Emmanuel landed in hospital as a result of the negative impact of dagga on his brain. After spending approximately five weeks in hospital, he made the decision to turn his life around and follow his dream.

Since then he has pursued a career in rapping, and also established his own hoodie and T-shirt clothing line in December last year.

Emmanuel wishes to inspire all youngsters in the community to become whatever they want to become.

It’s never too late to do what you want to do; it is up to you to change your life,” he said.

His aim for the future is to become a successful entrepreneur, an established artist and philanthropist. He wants to run his own recording studio for aspiring artists and discover young talent to nurture properly.

Havonmg grown up in tough circumstances himself, Emmanuel wants to give back to the community and encourage those around him. He strives to have a positive impact on his community and those around him through encouraging change and success.

“Coming from a difficult background is no excuse; there is no use in looking back,” he said.

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