FACE 2 FACE
... with university student Sandisiwe Vali
Answer: I love the people. Their hearts are warm and welcoming. People greet you in the street, even if they don’t know you. It is wonderful.
Q: What is the worst impression that people in other towns have about Queenstown?
A: I think the worst and the most heartbreaking is that the youth of this town is lazy. It is difficult to get ahead in life when most opportunities are presented to the minority and the privileged. Many young people are hungry for progress but it is difficult when one is not properly informed or does not have the means.
Q: What do you think is the best creation on earth?
A: The smart phone. I just cannot imagine life without this wonderful creation. Connecting has never been so easy.
Q: Do you think we are a generation that is living in the worst or best time?
A: It is great to be alive right now. To be part of a generation that leads positive change, where people are not afraid to say, “Enough is enough!” We are so powerful and have strength that we cannot fully comprehend ourselves. Yes, we still have a long way to go but I know we can and we will change the world.
Q: What is your favourite thing to spend money on?
A: I love spending money on the ones I love. As long as I know they are happy, it does not matter what I do not have.
Q: If you could do an act of kindness for someone, what would it be?
A: My biggest dream is to open homes for girls in areas surrounding Queenstown. Areas like the farming community of Gwatyu and Ilinge township, a safe haven for young girls where they will be encouraged to learn, to empower themselves, prepared for life and come to know Christ.
Q: Who are two people that people should have a conversation with in Queen- stown ?
A: Believe it or not, one of these people is only in grade 1. Her name is Sinesipho Joni. She is just too wise for her age. She has taught me many lessons over the years and her humility is heartwarming. The second person is Ms Nwabisa Halonisi. I worked with her at a primary school I used to volunteer at. She is a strong woman and one can feel this strength in her words. They just draw you
A: Fees must fall. Many young people are still struggling to get into institutions of higher learning because of debt or they are unable to pay registration fees. Dreams of acquiring an education are shattered every day and many South Africans are moved by this.
Q: What would you like to be remembered for?
A: Of all the things I know I will achieve in this life, I want to be remembered for my love for the Saviour of mankind, Jesus Christ, and His gospel.