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The Citizen
28-06-2025
- Sport
- The Citizen
Career choices, choirs and cracking sports events
There has been news aplenty out of local schools recently – read on for a quick snapshot. Choosing the right career for you The Rocking Future career expo stopped at Curro Salt Rock last month, equipping pupils with valuable insights for their future careers. Hosted at schools across the country by 3RC, the Rocking Future series is free for both schools and pupils. It aims to broaden teenagers' understanding of career possibilities beyond traditional paths. In addition to public tertiary institutions, the expo features smaller private colleges and niche education providers, helping ensure every pupil can explore options aligned with their unique interests and aspirations. In 2024 alone, Rocking Future reached nearly 25 000 pupils across the Western Cape, Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal, including those at Curro Salt Rock, which hosted the event on May 13. For more information, visit Battling for Youth Day glory Maphumulo's young soccer and netball stars showcased serious skill at the district's biggest annual junior sports tournament on June 14 and 15. The Mzurayza Ingwenya Foundation Youth School Tournament, held in conjunction with Youth Day on June 16, drew widespread support from local schools. Bukhosini Primary School took the junior soccer honours, while Sakhisizwe High School matched them in the senior division. Isithundu Primary claimed the junior netball title and Khusane Secondary won the senior trophy. Event organiser Mzuvele Mkhize thanked aQuellé, Pick n Pay School Club, BB Bakeries and other local businesses for the sponsorship and support. Sport and song shine at winter fest A chilly morning was warmed by excellent sport and musical performances at Mandini Academy's Winter Sports Day on June 7. The event brought together five local schools for a series of rugby and netball fixtures, while Mandini Academy also launched its new marching band. Darnall Primary, Melmoth Primary, Maidstone Primary and Umhlali Prep all travelled to Mandeni to compete in U9, U11 and U13 matches. A special U14 rugby game between Mandini Academy and the KZN Development Team also thrilled the crowd, as did a combined performance by the Soweto and Mandini Field Bands. 'After just four weeks of training, it was amazing to see our learners play brass instruments as well as the marimba,' said Mandini Academy principal, Desigan Pillay. 'Mandini Academy has partnered with the Field Band Foundation and incorporated the teaching of musical instruments into our extra-curricular programme, as well as into our Creative Arts and Life Skills curriculum.' Pillay thanked the participating schools, as well as sponsors Nashua and CMH Ford Ballito, for their support. Singing with one voice More than 600 school choir members joined forces to deliver sonic joy at Curro Salt Rock earlier this month. The 'Melodic Waves' event drew choirs from junior and high schools from across the province to perform for a packed crowd. The highlight of the event, however, was the grand finale when all the pupils sang as one to create a unique and memorable performance that thrilled the audience. 'The magic of hearing more than 600 learners sing as one was simply indescribable,' said Curro Salt Rock executive head, Sean Friedenthal. 'It was a goosebump moment, a true celebration of what young people can achieve when they come together with a shared purpose.' Stay in the loop with The North Coast Courier on Facebook, X, Instagram & YouTube for the latest news. Mobile users can join our WhatsApp Broadcast Service here or if you're on desktop, scan the QR code below. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
The Citizen
17-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Citizen
Rocking Future Career expo visits Sunward Park High
The Rocking Future Career team visited Sunward Park High School in Boksburg on May 6, bringing with it energy, inspiration, and a wealth of future opportunities for matric learners. Now in its 24th year, this unique expo, founded by Kay Cheytanov, continues to change lives by helping school leavers explore diverse study and career paths. Cheytanov, a former professional musician, started the initiative in 2001. 'I was performing in pubs and clubs and felt a shift coming. I wanted to sing with purpose. One day I heard a college advert on the radio and realised I could combine music with motivational talks and career guidance.' What began as a 25-school tour with a band and four college partners has now grown into a national roadshow that reaches 240 schools and around 35 000 learners every year. The expo features 28 private tertiary institutions per school, offering qualifications in fields such as IT, business, agriculture, education, the arts, and more. Learners at Sunward Park were treated to fun, engaging presentations, free merchandise, and opportunities to speak directly with representatives from colleges and universities. The aim, says Cheytanov, is to motivate, educate and inspire, while removing barriers learners face when applying to public universities. 'Private institutions offer certified qualifications, often with international accreditation, and they're more accessible. They also connect learners with real-world experience and potential employers during their studies, which makes them work-ready.' Sunward Park learner Tiesetso Malatji said the event was eye-opening. 'The expo was a great opportunity to interact with institutions and understand what's out there after school.' To reach even more learners, especially in underserved areas, 3RC which is part of the Rocking Future Career launched a virtual career expo platform created during the pandemic. It offers over 40 institutions, free career assessments, and a helpful AI assistant. Every attending matric also receives a copy of the Future Guide Magazine, filled with valuable tips on mental health, online learning, and life after school. Though in-person capacity is limited, Cheytanov encourages schools and parents to get involved. 'If your school isn't booked, ask your principal to contact us. We want to help as many learners as possible.' Her message to learners is simple but powerful: 'Success doesn't follow a straight line. Stay curious, keep learning, and know there's always more than one path to your dreams.' For more information, visit or Also Read: Rocking Future career expo inspires Grade 12 learners at Woodlands International College At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
The Citizen
27-04-2025
- Business
- The Citizen
Protea Glen learners explore career expos
For the past 24 years, the Rocking Future Career Expos (RFCE) has been the beacon of hope for matriculants, guiding them through the maze of career options and job opportunities. Since its inception in 2001 by Kay Cheytanov, this project has evolved into a mighty platform that motivates and empowers students to seize the reins of their futures. The expo has grown to encompass more than 240 schools annually, inspiring more than 35 000 matric students. ALSO READ: Local businesses commemorate Freedom Day in Expo The expos provide learners with a wide choice of choices from private tertiary institutions, eliminating access barriers and offering courses in skills development, work readiness, and practical studies. Some of the schools which have been lucky enough to participate in this project include Curro Protea Glen, Acudeo College Protea Glen, St Barnabas and many more. Students like Liane Nieuwenhuizen and Zander Van Rooyen discovered their place in performance and sound engineering at the expo. It caters to students with diverse backgrounds, interests, skills, and aspirations. According to Cheytanov, The Future Guide Magazine is a valuable publication for students, packed with facts on university life and education beyond school. The Rocking Future expos have also created an online virtual career expo named Swiwel, available to every learner from Grade 8 up to 12, in all provinces. She said they had visited 55 schools and inspired 6 246 students in Johannesburg alone and 152 schools and 19 186 students across our major cities by the end of March this year. Cheytanov further noted that they have launched a new initiative named Success Starters to all the high schools who have decided to join the Rocking Future team this year. She added students have been invited to join them on this motivational quest as they look for an outstanding student who is worthy of being awarded as the 2025 Success Starter Star. 'We are on a mission to spotlight extraordinary students in our schools who exemplify passion and dedication. 'We are looking for young entrepreneurs, talented performers, culinary creators, creative artists, sports champions and tech innovators. We believe these young minds are the future,' she continued. 'We will be sharing a link to our website where schools can nominate one outstanding Grade 11 student from their school. The top 20 nominees from across South Africa will be in for a treat. They will get bursaries from top private tertiary colleges along with other great prizes.' At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
