Education is the key to everything

It feels refreshing and positive to have Julius Malema, pictured, advising students to go to school. Juju is quoted as saying students should assist one another in their studies in order to produce more graduates. What a powerful message from a man who has been viewed as somebody who does not care.

Not only does he talk the talk, he also walks the walk. He graduated not very long ago so he is leading by example. This gets people inspired.

Education, despite all the hardships of life and job scarcity, is still the most critical tool to have in order to fight poverty. It is the master key to open all doors.

A leader can be born, but needs an education to become an intelligent, effective leader.

Even an artist or sportsperson needs an education for them to be able to prosper in their careers.

You need to negotiate contracts and endorsements in a sensible manner. You can’t achieve the optimum if you are not sufficiently educated.

You cannot write newspapers or books if you didn’t go to school. Education comes first, the rest follows.

So, it is time our scholars and students realised the truth. No more time to waste. Equip yourself with a decent education.

With that, you won’t go wrong. Education is not a privilege but a right.

Go and get yours today.

Godfrey Malibe,