Meet Gift Mlambo, a shining star from Mandla Mthethwa School of Excellence in the far Northern region of KwaZulu-Natal’s UMkhanyakude District Municipality. Gift’s journey is a testament to resilience and determination. As a recipient of SASSA social grant, he has been able to overcome challenges that could have held him back. The grant has played a vital role in providing meals, school uniforms, and suitable transportation, ensuring that he could focus on what truly matters—his education.