“Since matriculating from Epworth in 2013, life has taken me through some serious highs and lows. If it had not been for the lessons and values learnt at Epworth (Fida, Humana, Fortis) I might not be here today. I’m pursuing a career in education and reading a BEd Degree (FET Phase) from The University of...
Name: Sabrina Dorning Matriculated from Epworth: 1997 Tertiary Education: BCom (University of Natal) Professional and/or Life Experience: General Merchandise Planning Manager – Makro Lives in: Johannesburg, South Africa Click here to read more on Sabrina
Dr. Zolelwa Sifumba, (class of 2008) tells the story of her fight to beat multidrug-resistant tuberculosis. “TB is seen to be a dirty disease that can only infect a certain kind of person. But the truth is that anyone can get TB. The only thing that makes us susceptible to TB is the fact that...
“We had the privilege of attending Epworth before the digital world but not without the curiosity to learn. Some of the vital lessons gained from science experiments and debating competitions, I still quote in my working life such as “Statistics don’t lie but liars use statistics” – from a Science debate in Standard 9! Epworth...
Our light shines brightly on Nonkqubela Maliza (class of 1984) today, the Director of Corporate & Government Affairs at Volkswagen South Africa. She shares with us these fond words: “I am a believer in the power of education to transform and uplift lives at a personal and societal level. The education I received at Epworth...
An actress, a singer, a dancer, Tyla Dee Nurden, class of 2012, is a brilliant performer. She shares her Epworth experience with us. Follow the link to hear Tyla’s story:
Thandeka Gqubule-Mbeki (class of 1983) is the very first black girl who entered Epworth School in January of 1979. The role Thandeka plays in the public eye today is no surprise at all. She is an Economics Editor at the SABC where she was one of the “SABC 8” who stood up to growing censorship...
Shining the Light is a series of posts from remarkable ‘women of worth’ who express their deep belief in the power of quality education for our world. Whilst the COVID-19 pandemic rages against all that once stood firm, the Epworth Foundation believes the need for the distinctive and holistic education Epworth School offers will become...
Katja Vonkeman (class of 2018), a brilliant young Epworthian who was awarded the opportunity to go study in Germany expresses her gratitude: “The first semester of mechanical engineering at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology in Germany: done and dusted. The friends I’ve made, the places I’ve seen and the things I‘ve learnt as part of...
Epworthian, Susan Keyworth (nee Pettit, 1970) shares with us her experience at Epworth School. 50 years later and she still has such fond memories of her youth. She highlights the pivotal role women now play as the change in leadership progresses at Epworth. She says, “I love my school because it has made such a...