Khulekani has already grown crops at home himself, something he points to as a real achievement rather than just a chore.

He lives with his mother along Ngamo line, who supports the family by selling vegetables; a lack of money has been a constant pressure.

He came to Ngamo straight after his O Level exams. Agricultural Engineering and Crop Production are his coursework interests, and he has a strong preference for practical, hands on work over sitting through theory. A vision of one day owning his own farm, growing vegetables and helping provide healthy food in his community, is what motivates him, and words of encouragement from family and friends are what keep him going when it is difficult.

His plan is to start a commercial vegetable project after graduating and teach others what he learns, though looking further ahead, he sees himself becoming a poultry farmer.

“My vision of owning a farm, growing vegetables and providing healthy food in the community.”

Previously at Ngamo Secondary School. Khululekani is now part of the training programme at Ngamo Vocational College and Livestock Farm.