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Straight A's: Kwandokuhle Mhlungu's inspiring Matric results

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East Coast Breakfast sits down with Kwandokuhle Mhlungu, a 2024 matriculant from Phendukani Full Service High School in Newcastle, who recently aced her finals with phenomenal results, achieving 97% for Life Science, 92% for Zulu, 89% for English, and a perfect 100% for Life Orientation.

Kwandokuhle shares how her hard work and dedication have transformed her life and opened up new opportunities. But despite her academic success, she keeps it real by balancing her dreams with washing dishes and cooking for her family.

Take a listen to her inspiring story

16 Jan 2025 12AM English South Africa Society & Culture · Daily News

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