Leeroy took on temporary jobs himself before coming to Ngamo, plumbing and building among them, taking whatever work he could find.

He lives with his parents and siblings in Mthanyelwane, where the family has relied on temporary work for income, in an area where steady jobs are scarce.

He joined the college specifically wanting to learn wildlife management, and describes himself as a strong team player, alongside having finished his O Levels. What motivates him is straightforward: the difficulties he has seen at home make him want to do better in life. Praying, and a determination to change his circumstances, are what keep him going when things are hard.

He wants to become a farmer after graduating and pass on what he has learned to help his community, with a longer term goal of running his own farm as a businessman, managed entirely on his own terms.

“Difficulties at home make me want to do better in life.”

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