FACE 2 FACE with
Q Please tell us about your work.
A I am the headmaster of Port Alfred High School responsible for the leadership of the pre-primary, foundation, primary, intermediate and high school phases of the school.
Q: How and where did it all start?
A: My mother, Joan Adams, who was an educator at Dower Practicing School, was my inspiration.
Q: Best moment?
A: The day in 1994 when I was able to cast my vote in a free, democratic South Africa.
Q: Low point (and how you recovered).
A: The day I lost my dad at the age of 10 years. My mom was our strength and pillar.
Q: Down time: how do you unwind?
A: I spend quality time with my family. We love to play table tennis and watch sport.
Q: A song, mantra or phrase that sums up the way you see the world…
A: I can see clearly now the rain is gone.
Q: Something South African to celebrate?
A: The diversity of South Africa is a blessing and strength to SA. We must celebrate our people.
Q: One thing South Africa needs to fix?
A: Discipline and integrity of all those that are in leadership positions in government (local, provincial and national).
Q: Top of your own bucket list?
A: To see the big five at the Kruger National Park.
Q: Favourite book?
A: The Bible.
Q: Favourite movie?
A: Taken (1, 2 & 3).
Q: Favourite artist?
A: The Manhattans.
Q: Who is your hero, and why?
A: My mom, she was my mentor and inspiration.