Title: Johan Jurgens Grade 8 voxpops
Caption: Lethabo Malale: I am excited about being part of a new environment, making new friends, and a fresh start. I am also excited about participating in sports, not sure which yet, but I will see as time goes on.
Photo: Zamokuhle Ndawonde
Description: A young woman in a navy blue shirt stands outdoors, softly smiling. She wears a circular badge. Behind her are trees, cars, and buildings.
The 2026 academic year kicked off on January 14 with optimistic spirits from the Grade Eights of Hoërskool Johan Jurgens and they shared what they are excited about for high school as they enter into a new environment of learning:
Jason Mnguni: I am excited about learning more things from the different subjects. I will be joining extra-curricular activities and make new friends. Photo: Zamokuhle Ndawonde
Nkazimulo Mtsweni: I am excited that I will learn more in EMS and history because these are my favourite subjects, and am excited about joining the hockey team. Photo: Zamokuhle Ndawonde
Bokang Mogapi: I am happy that I will be reuniting with some of my friends from primary school, and I am excited that I will play more sports and learning more. Photo: Zamokuhle Ndawonde
Londeka Tseko: I am excited because it is about me growing up and this new journey that I am embarking leads to university and becoming what I want to be. Photo: Zamokuhle Ndawonde
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Zamokuhle Ndawonde is a journalist who loves community-based stories. She covers stories within the community, ranging from good news to hard news and sport, using skills such as video editing and photography to engage people in different ways.
