My name is Brenda Sebothoma. I’m 30-years-old and a second year BCOMPT student.
Growing up, my family experienced various financial difficulties. My father left us, taking with him, all our food and furniture. I was forced to live via handouts from our neighbours and I spent the nights sleeping on the floor of our home because I had no bed. My mother worked three jobs just so we could make ends meet.
During my matric year I had to live with my grandmother. Despite the tough financial situation and through hard work, I managed to pass. Now, here I am, already on my way to fulfilling my dream of becoming a Chartered Accountant, all thanks to Unisa for accepting my application.
I’m proud of myself and of being a part of this amazing institution during its 140 years celebration. I have already had a taste of what it feels like to be a Chartered Accountant through the likes of companies like Deloitte and KPMG, all because I’m a Unisa student.
Thank you very much Unisa, for helping me get to where I am today.
Written by Brenda Sebothoma
*Please note that the opinions expressed in this article are those of the contributor of this story and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the University of South Africa.
I’m so proud of you Brenda my friend, let us continue with this difficult unisa journey hand in hand & eventually we will become the Charted Accountant & Lawyer we want to be!