In the last three years,
over 84% of SAEP's Bridging Year alumni
have enrolled in a tertiary degree programme, South African
National Defense Force training programme or other FET
(further education and training) programme.

Above: Sandiso Ndisina (BY 2010) at eta, Exercise Teachers Academy, where he is studying Sports Management.

2010

Andile Njamela (2010) is doing a National Diploma in Town and regional Planning at Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT).

Mphathiswa Doda (2010) is doing a National Diploma in Operations Management at Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT).

Neliswa Lumani (2010) is doing a diploma in Project Management at Northlink FET College.

Nokulunga Poswa (2010) is working hard for a Higher National Certificate in Accounting at Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT).

Nonkululeko Monatisa (2010) is doing a National Diploma in Chemical Engineering at Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT).

Oscar Simelane (2010) is registered for a Diploma in Human Resource Management at West Coast FET College.

Refilwe Moreki (2010) is enrolled for a National Diploma in Chemical Engineering at Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT).

Sandiso Ndinisa (2010) enrolled for a two-year Diploma in Sports Management at ETA College (Exercise Teacher's Academy).

Sinazo Bunu (2010) is still looking for a place to study Sociology or Social Work.

Siphokazi Mnikina (2010) is studying for a National Diploma in Food Technology at Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT).

Siphosethu Jaji (2010) is working as SAEP's receptionist.

Wandile Mlomo (2010) is doing an LLB degree at the University of the Western Cape.

2009

Amanda Cwati (2009) joined the South African National Defense Force's Army.

Lerato Pelagangwe (2009) is working as a customer consultant at Fussion.

Lindikhaya Mqukuse (2009) enrolled to study for a Bachelor of Commerce in Human Resources Management at the Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT).

Luvo Magwaza (2009) is studying Mechanical Engineering at the North Link College.

Luvuyo Kula (2009) is working as a baker at Knead.

Mthetheleli Wontyi (2009) is working as a salesman.

Nosipho Ndika (2009) enrolled to study for a Diploma in Civil Engineering at the Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT).

Simphiwe Dasi (2009) is working at SAEP as an ADT Teach tutor.

Sinazo Naphakade (2009) is studying for a Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting at the Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT).

Siphokazi Mpololo (2009) is in her second year of a National Diploma in Building, and is currently doing in-service training at Filcon.

Songezo Fikizolo (2009) enrolled to study for a Diploma in Mechanical Engineering at the Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT).

Thembisa Ndlebe (2009) is studying for a Bachelor of Education at the University of the Western Cape (UWC).

Thobeka Zitumane (2009) joined the South African Army after her Bridging Year. She has completed her training and graduated ("passed out") in 2011.

Thuliswa Mpotulo (2009) joined the South African Navy.

Thuliswa Ndalisa (2009) has registered for the BCom Accounting degree at the University of the Western Cape (UWC).

2008

Letsekang Nyai (2008) is in her final year of a BA in Languages and Sociology at University of the Western Cape (UWC).

Luyanda Mohajana (2008) enrolled to study for a Diploma in Tourism & Hospitality management at the Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT).

Mbulelo Zatu (2008) is working at a receptionist in the Formula 1 Hotel.

Mphokazi Qinisile (2008) is in her final year of Retail Business Management at the Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT).

Ntabeleng Qokela (2008) is studying Biotechnology at the Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT).

Selloane Matli (2008) is studying for a BA in Languages at the University of Western Cape (UWC).

Thobela Sotshantsha (2008) is working as a Customer consultant at Fussion.

Zanele James (2008) enrolled to study for a Diploma in Retail Business management at the Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT).

Zingaphi Phindani (2008) enrolled to study for a Diploma in Tourism & Hospitality management at the Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT).

2007

Ayanda Mbebe (2007) is working part time at Edcon.

Neliswa Thubela (2007) is working as a Branch manager at Jays Jays.

2006

Noma-Africa Nkwenkwe (2006) graduated from the University of South Africa (UNISA) with a Diploma in Sociology. She is currently working at Leadership SA as a Programme Manager.

Shiela Yabo (2006) graduated from the University of Cape Town (UCT) with a Bachelor of Social Science, with majors in Anthropology and Gender Studies, in December 2010. Today she is permanently employed as an administrative assistant in the faculty liaison department at UCT.

Wendy Mpoza (2006) is working as a Call Centre Agent at Teletec.

2005

Andile Nqoko (2005) is working at SAEP as the assistant coordinator of the Hope Scholars Programme.

Bandile Qashani (2005) graduated from the Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT) with a National Diploma in Chemical Engineering in April 2011. He currently has a full-time job at Plascon, a paint manufacturer, and is also working on a B.Tech in Chemical Engineering at CPUT on a part-time basis.

Mahlubandile Ntshoko (2005) is currently working as a Support Operator at Korbitec Pty Ltd.

Phelokazi Ngamlana (2005) graduated from the University of South Africa with a Diploma in education. She is currently working as a pre-primary school teacher at Christel House.

Richard Tyembile (2005) has completed his certificate in Safety and Security.

Zimkhitha Ndinga (2005) is currently working at SAEP as a Hope Scholars tutor and an assistant in the Tertiary Support Programme.

Zukiswa Mdoda (2005) is studying Dipl. Accounting and Financial Computing at the Rosebank College.

2004

Asanda Gonya (2004) completed various courses in film and is currently self-employed doing various projects, including for SABC.

Nezile Ntutha (2004) completed his studies at AFDA. He is now a film producer at Waterfront Productions.

Nosisa Mhlathi (2004) is working at the Desmond Tutu HIV Foundation, managing a youth support project named Hlanganani (Come together).

Sandiso Phaliso (2004) is a journalist. His articles appear regularly in Cape Town's daily newspapers.

2003

Ayanda Mpu (2003) is running a Townco.

Bulelani Futshane (2003) enrolled for part-time studies at the University of Stellenbosch in the Department of Sociology, for a BA in Social Dynamics in 2010. He has decided to take up his studies on a full-time basis from 2012. He is currently working at SAEP as the coordinator of our Hope Scholars Programme's pilot project at Siyazakha Primary School.

Luzuko Hina (2003) is working as an LAN Support Engineer after completing a SETA learnership.

Xolani May (2003) is working as a consultant at 7th Sense Travel. Additionally, he is a member of a funding sub-committee of the Western Cape Cultural Commission (WCCC) and a freelance Tourist Guide and Tour Operator for many themes and topics (disability, HIV/AIDS, reconciliation, cross-cultural exchange programmes, etc.)