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Moving on with one of our favourite feature called “Rising Stars”, we went all the way to a beautiful country in Africa called Zambia. We are still proud to see an African child rising to the top! Our Rising Star no: 207 is Matthews Mpoya (23), a content creator and comedian who is famous with mixing education and comedy video clips to teach words in different African languages. He completed his secondary in 2017 and ready to further his studies in 2024! “Thanks a lot for noticing my talent! I have done many types of content but the one that still stand out is “Words in different African Languages”, I started making simple comedy by expressing funny words in my mother tongue (Kaonde) and lot of people found it funny, I have never stopped since then. My aim is to educate and entertain lot of people through my videos, human mind hates boredom, and we need a bit of laughter for stress relief”, he said. Mac Matthews zm, as popularly known on social media platforms, believes that content creators can make a living out of social media. “Look at people like “Khaby Lame”, he is now far and working with lots of big companies, its also easy to make money on social media if you can monetize your content”, he added. Like many industries, finance is another issue, it is not easy to make a content and it becomes easy when you have finance which can be used to make a source of income. “Upcoming content creators must be determined and consistent, it is not easy road, nevermind where I am now, the road is still long. Never loose hope and nothing beats hope. God has blessed us with skills and talents to shine like stars, its us to discover our gifts and sharpen them like a sword. Education can get you a nice job but your gifts and talents can make you dine with Kings and Queens”, concluded Mat. His last message to his fans is to keep smiling and spread the word of love across African continent and the globe. We are proud of him and cannot wait to see his work reaching out to massive audience. His work can be found Facebook, Youtube and Tiktok (Mac Matthew Zm) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pNYsHl4GLrs

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Completing your studies is a really special achievement. It is the culmination of all the time, energy, and hard work a student has put into gaining a qualification. Recently, the Cedar International Academy in KwaZulu-Natal allowed its students, workers, and residents to celebrate all they have achieved in previous years since celebrations were interrupted by the pandemic and other unforeseen circumstances. On 26 October, the Private Higher Education Institution brought together students for an outstanding celebration event. The special event allowed them to celebrate with other achievers after the finalisation of their successful studies. Those who could not attend in person attended via live streaming. Graduation day is a truly memorable occasion, and it should be celebrated with a special ceremony like the unique event at Cedar. For many of the students, this was a once-in-a-lifetime experience to dress up in a cap and gown and attend a ceremony celebrating the milestone of receiving a degree surrounded by their friends and loved ones. The academic procession is symbolic of a long and rich history which dates back many years. It is a time of joy, celebrations, and strengthening bonds with family, friends, and those who shared the journey with the students. The students’ achievements varied from a Diploma in Teaching to a Doctorate in Education and some of the students graduated Cum Laude. What made this event even more outstanding was the cultural diversity and age of the successful students! The almost 79-year-old Dr Elsa Bosman was one of the oldest students there, receiving the Doctorate in Education she completed during the pandemic (see picture). In essence, her research was about relationship-centred strategies for improving discipline in rural secondary schools. It is called the PALAR approach (Participatory Action Learning and Action Research). Ilsa Vermaak, the CEO of Cedar initiated this outstanding event: “It is not only at Cedar where people are studying; many other young people at the KwaSizabantu Mission - at various other departments and businesses - are also upgrading their qualifications. We would like to recognise it and also encourage others to better their qualifications.” The history of Cedar International Academy Situated at the KwaSizabantu Mission, Cedar began in 1994 when Kay Stegen, wife of the late Rev Erlo Stegen, established the Cedar Training College (CTC). At the time, it was an off-campus training facility for teachers affiliated with the Potchefstroom Campus of the North-West University (NWU), formerly the Potchefstroom University for Christian Higher Education. CTC was soon upgraded to Cedar College of Education (CCE). Due to the changing governmental legislation, Cedar chose to go private, and the name changed to Cedar International Academy NPC. It was registered as a Private Higher Education Institution in 2021. Cedar has an excellent track record of successes and milestones since it was established. Their mission statement clarifies their pursuit of knowledge, innovation, and excellence. Cedar was founded to create a multicultural setting committed to engaging with scientific practice and scholarship in a diverse society, preparing students to be effective in current times. Their strategy is to equip graduates to be role models in their communities, demonstrating integrity, honesty, respect, and responsibility while taking on leadership roles within a changed society. Cedar’s goal is to develop a commitment to what is true, honourable, and consistent with the highest values of the Word of God in their students. Their foundation is, therefore, based on the truths and values of God’s Word. Cedar is provisionally registered with the Department of Higher Education and Training until 31 December 2024 as a Private Higher Education Institution under the Act and is also an approved Public Benefit Organisation (PBO). (Watch the video to learn more about Cedar International Academy: https://youtu.be/_qvX19Pf2d8?si=qmWBo76MUPYMUuA3)

Rise Africans Newspaper is proud to see young Africans trying harder to make different to our communities. We had a chance to have fun with one member of Dikgale Foundation, a foundation based at Ga Dikgale, Polokwane, Limpopo Province in South Africa. Dimakatso Judy Ramoadi (20) told us a bit about foundation struggles. “Thank you very much, the organisation was founded in 2021 by Bali Mafumo, Mogomotsi Mogale, Hope Dikgale, Kabelo Dikgale, I was recruited along the way and happy to be part of a team. Our motive is generally to improve quality of life for others at a community, local, state, national, or even global level”, said "Miss President ", a popularly known. Dikgale Foundation will be hosting “Dikgale Foundation Marathon” event on the 09 December 2023, there will be lots of prices and everyone is invited to participate. The main purpose of the event is to raise funds to buy school shoes. A plead here to all sponsors is to come on board and make the event a success. “It is hard to run an organisation, the struggle to get sponsors, running out of funds, you can mention them all. Starting an organisation requires lot of energy and patience, one must be ready to handle a pressure and have love for your work. We are losing our youth everyday because of drugs and nyaope and it is our task to protect their future. It is hard to discipline a child you did not gave birth to and worse if she or he is not willing to change”, added Miss President. Dikgale Foundation is proud to have hardworking additional members (Mosa Dikgale, Fortunate Ngobeni, Mogalegadi, Alinah, Molele Kgwetsi and Mathadika), who assist a lot when preparing events. “I will be glad to see Dikgale Foundation growing to another level, having its offices and assisting kids with schoolwork. We also want to host more events aimed at bringing back to the community because we are nothing without their support”, she concluded. Sponsors can contact Judy: 079 732 1994 (calls or whatsapp) | Kabelo Dikgale on 076 115 6828 | Facebook Judy Ramoadi & Kabelo Dikgale on Facebook and Dikgale Foundation on Instagram

Moving on with Rising Star no: 206, this time we turn the tables and look at dusty soccer! We had a nice chat with talented soccer commentators from Nkomazi, Mpumalanga Province in South Africa. Evence Mabunda (24) and Nhlanhla Lusu (24) are not ready to give up their dreams, no matter the circumstances, the world must watch out! “We started with commentary back in 2013 at school while doing Grade 8, commentating at local tournaments in different places around Nkomazi and got a luck to be appointed as part of Selati Cup. We grew up in a disadvantage background with no television at home, we use to listen to Bheki Letsoalo and the late Zero Man Phangisa on Ligwalagwala FM and were impressed about the way they narrate the game”, said Evence Zong B Siswati commentators, as popularly known, have shared their skills at local tournaments at Langeloop, Kamhlushwa, Driekoppies, Mangweni, Boschfontein, Kamdladla and other places. They are currently adding some experience at an online local radio station called “Intsetse” and busy commentating at Mpumalanga ABC Motsepe league. “We love football with all our hearts, our challenge now is a finance to buy equipment, pay for transport and food. It is hard to get an exposure from a village called “Langeloop”. We call all the sponsors to come on board. Our best highlight so far will be a game between Mlambo Royals and Secunda M Stars at Mbombela Stadium, it was a great experience considering that the game was at one of the biggest stadium which hosted 2010 World Cup” added Evence. The talented lad appreciates the love they get from community at large. They can be found: Facebook page "Zong B Swati commentators" | whatsap or call 0722813510/ 0790274088 | They are available to narrate soccer match at any place.

Last night (26 October 2023) a community of Khopo Village / Lephephane, Tzaneen in Limpopo Province has gathered at local tavern to witness a history when an actor, Benson Molewa make his first appearances on screen. Benson, popularly known as a character of Matsobane on Thobela FM SABC radio drama, made his community proud when he appears on SABC TV popular drama called Skeem Saam. This great initiative was organised by a dedicated community builder Matheus Raganya (Community Builder Award winner from Rise Africans Newspaper). “The aim was to celebrate one of our own as a community, one cannot explain the joy in our hearts. Another credit must go to Mr Matlou Monareng, a tavern owner for hosting us at his place not forgetting community councillor, Mr Eric Ralepelle who also gave motivation and support”, he said. A beauty pageant organiser, Gloria Matlala was also there to ensure the plan goes accordingly. “Everything done yesterday was to show love to our brother as a community, we are proud and will always give much support to Benson Molewa. He makes us happy by putting Lephepane Village on the map. We are now known because of him”, said Gloria with a smile. Rise Africans Newspaper is so proud to see African child rising to the top!

Moving on with Rising Star no: 205, this time we went to Limpopo Province and had a nice chat with another youngster who is making it big in the music industry. Nkhumeleni Goodwell Tshibvumo Ndou (28) is from Western Ha-Sinthumule Tshiozwi but am currently staying in Johannesburg, South Africa due to work. VP-TalkingVee, as popularly known, is another hardworking artist Limpopo Province is proud of. “I started making music in 2018 and never looked back since then, I can say music choose me, my mother was a musician and my inspiration. Music is in my blood, I have lots of albums, my first one is Murangi (2019), Amufunaho (2020), Voice Yanga (2021) Type _Yanu (EP – 2022) and am my latest album titled “LutendoEp”. I worked with different talented artists such as “Prifix. MisterWiz, Teeago, Chi-Petro, Mashele, Ladie Tee and Mass Ram from Bolobedu and Tonic on the Beat”, he said. It is not easy for an artist to release an album every year. VP said there are lots of challenges one must face in the music industry. “When you release a music online, the same people claiming to be your fans will ask for it on the app without downloading. The other issue is failure to make payments by the organisers, they will book you but come up with stories after you done with your work”, added VP. His fans can look up to music videos of some of his hot tracks from Lutendo EP. His last message to aspiring artists is to be focused and believe in themselves. Bookings can be done: Facebook Page: Vp-TalkingVee or Tiktok :Vp-TalkingMuimbie or Instagram : @Vp-TalkingVee or call me on 079 261 2685 or Manager : 069 477 1737 or 079 279 8212

Our Rising Star no: 204 this week is a humble and brave young lady who defeated all odds to put a bread on a table. Seemole Christina Mogale (26) is from Titibe, Ga Dikgale, Polokwane, Limpopo Province in South Africa. She went to Malesela Primary School and Moloisi Secondary but did not manage to pass her Grade 12 and currently attending extra classes to complete her Grade 12. “Thanks a lot, to Rise Africans Newspaper, I always knew that one day someone will recognise me, am so emotional. I call myself a hustler, selling sweet, snacks, ice and other stuff at Malesela Primary School and local soccer tournament during weekends. I started selling from home in 2020 then decided to go to sell at school after making a profit. I was very scared for the first time because I went to school there and my mates are at colleges and universities while I am hustling. I then told myself that they are not going to put a bread on my table”, she said. Being raised by a single mother who is rich with love is the only thing that motivates her. She is also a single mother and told us about her abusive relationship. “I was abused because of not working and depending on someone then decide to end that relationship and focus on hustling to feed my son. Many young ladies are suffering in silence because they cannot provide, its time for them to move out and hustle”, added Christina. We could not believe the kind of support she gets during local soccer tournament. She is dedicated, community is in love with her hustle and lots of youth will really going to be inspired by this young lady. “Sometimes life does not go the way we want but we must push more harder to survive. I want to make sure that my family is proud of me, am not going to stop until my business grow so that I can help other youth. My message to youth out there is that we must stop being lazy and blame our government. There are lot of bursaries and funding for youth but most of them want shortcuts. It is time to go out and hustle, never be ashamed because no one will come and put food on your table”, concluded Christina. Rise Africans Newspaper is humble to have such a wonderful lady in our community, hope lot of people will get a motivated by Christina. We wish her all the best!

Sive Mafungwa (22) is currently found in Cape Town, South Africa where she is studying for Primary Health Care at Northlink College. A second-year student spoke to us about her organisation named “Ubomi Bomdlali Weqonga Art” “Thank you so much, my organisation was established on the 25th February 2021. I fell in love with art at young age and saw a chance to develop something different to benefit my community, more especially youth. I came up with different strategies aiming to uplift our youth and give them support to achieve their dreams. Our focus is on music, drawing, dancing and drama”, said Sive. It is always a wonderful thing to see African children trying to do something for the community, but the fact remains that it is not easy without our support. Sive added that the biggest challenge is getting funds. “We are trying to build the talents with what we have and its hard without sponsors, we believe that our youth can rise and prosper. We make a time to study and to focus on our talents, normally we have two days a week for rehearsals and attend events on Saturdays”, she added. Ubomi Bomdlali Weqonga Art has been nominated as “Best Group” on Live Your Dreams SA Awards on the 24th and on the 25th November 2023 they are invited at Newcastle for a competition. Unfortunately, they may not travel to the places due to lack of funds. “Starting an organisation is not a problem, just believe that you can, and you will, they will be obstacles to stop you but always remember the vision and mission behind”, concluded Sive. Rise Africans Newspaper is fully in support of Sive and pleading to all sponsors to assist in achieving her dreams. She can be found: 0787936282 or email: mafungwasive3@gmail.com | Facebook page: Sive Avethandwa Mafungwa

We wrap our last FREE Rising Stars interview with a hardworking beautiful lady who ensures that her artists are on the right platform! Our Rising Star no: 164 is such an amazing character one can talk a lot about. Dipuo Portia Haraba (36) is currently residing at Blue Hills, Midrand, Johannesburg, South Africa. She attended high school at Dr WF Nkomo then moved to study IT at Tshwane University of Technology but had to drop out due to finance. “Thanks a lot for the opportunity, I am so happy to be a last person doing Rising Stars interview for FREE, big up to the newspaper. Managing artists is not something that I qualified for. I used to host lots of events and noticed so much talent out there, DJ U-Nyz suggested that we should partner and manage artists. Its not an easy job trust me, people are not same, most artists will expect you to do the magic while they do not deliver. It’s an exhausting job, especially if you get to work with unorganized artists who want to be pushed like wheelbarrows. But there are other artists who are dedicated to their work and if you get that type then it is a jackpot trust me!”, she said. Music industry is really big and an artist needs a manager in terms of finding gigs, promotion, ensuring that he/ she is well known and all the dreams are fulfilled. Portia added that to avoid financial conflicts, all the parties must have a contract and agree with the terms and conditions. Family support is another big issue because one needs to travel a lot. “People can make a living out of the career, only if they are dedicated and love what they are doing. One must not be afraid to go out to the streets, approach people and companies. Lots of research is also another key. With punctual artists, hardworking artists and ones who love their work, one can really make a living”, she continued. Working with Ghananian multi -award winning artist, Papirus, Kingzman and one of the best young artist, Torca SA, is such a blessing. These artists are so talented, and the future is bright for them. People must lookout for them. “My message to all upcoming artist managers, I say go out there, meet up with the people, network more. There is much power in networking and that is where the powerful information is found. Do your research and read more, people in the rural areas can get more information on the newspapers, like online newspapers”, she concluded. We are so happy to make a difference to all the 154 Rising Stars we have interview for FREE since last year June and wish Portia “Sista Boss” all the best! She can be contacted at : Whatsapp & calls:076 870 2613 |Facebook: Portia Dipuo |Email: portiaharaba@gmail.com

Our Rising Star no: 203 is another talented youngster from Tzaneen, Relela Village, Limpopo Province in South Africa. Kamogelo Alfo Shiburi (20) is currently studying Law at University of Limpopo and busy producing nice hits for music fans. “Thanks a lot, my passion for music started long time after listening to Bolo House music (famous music genre in Limpopo Province). I remember having access to a computer then decided to make my own music. It took me 7 years to start releasing music. I learned all from Youtube and am inspired by legendary Master KG. My first song was titled “Ungishiya Ngedwa featuring Sgiva Record, Zola and T – Man, people still do not believe it was produced by me”, he said laughing. Kamza SA, as popularly known, said a big credit must go to Sgiva Record for wonderful story on the hit song “Tiyane”. “Every time I think of creating a beat, his voice keeps running in my head. I made a beat and gave him a chance to come up with something. Suddenly the song became an anthem”, he added. Its is not easy to balance music and studies, Kamza ensures that his studies come first especially during examination times. He makes a time to study and take a break by focusing on music and believe in hardwork. “No matter how hard it is or desperate you are, never allow yourself to have a mindset that you need a connection to make it in the industry. Success comes from hardwork and dedication, hardwork beats talent when talent is lazy to work. Upcoming artist must stop relying on features with big artists cause at the end of the day the big artists are the ones who are worshipped. They must work hard and enjoy the results”, said Kamza. Music fans can look up to TIYANE EP which will be coming out before end of November. When asking him about fame, he said: “I always remain calm, the aim is to reach my goal so I try by means to avoid any disturbance, I know people will try to be close as possible, but I know my friends and people who deserve to be close to me”. Rise Africans Newspaper had a luck to chill with Kamza at another event, he is quiet guy and only respond when you ask him something. We are proud of him and wish him all the best! Bookings can be done email: Kamza.music@gmail.com | contact: 0761441830 or 0662331812

Rise Africans Newspaper is glad to see young Africans working hard to uplift their community. We had a chance to speak to another brave lady who sacrifices with what she have, to see that a fellow African child does not sleep with an empty stomach. Khweleleni Rofhiwa Caroline (30) is from Ngudza ibvawola lavho Ramungondo, Limpopo Province, South Africa, she is a chairperson of an organisation known as “Khathu082 NGO”. “My organisation is fully committed in bringing back to the community and fight for men and women who are facing abuse. I was involved in the abussive marriage for 5 years then decided to post videos on tik tok to advice and motivate people to come out and speak up. Fortunately, I manage to end that monster marriage and am happy and free now. I assisted people since my childhood, I use to give them my clothes, uniform and school shoes”, she said. It is not easy to run an organisation without sponsors, Khathu082, as she popularly known, is pleading to everyone to get involved and assist our community. She is currently using her money to help the needy people. The organisation is currently in a process of building a house for another family but facing difficulties because of lack of sponsor. “At the moment, we just managed to provide the family with clothing and food. Someone who want to run an organisation must have a good heart, work very hard, must have love and willing to help people. The more you help, is the more you open doors for your life”, concluded Rofhiwa. Khathu082 is looking forward to host men and women conference on the 23rd December 2023 where the focus will be about abuse, finance, self love, NGO, single parenting and many things. We love you Rofhiwa, keep up the good work and be blessed… Sponsors and donors can contact her: 0797298212 | On ticktock khathu082 | Facebook : Lasly khathu Rofhiwa