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Why Excellence?

The Siyandisa Achievers Programme has consciously elected to be specific and direct its focus on a defined class of beneficiaries rather than a broad-based approach. Our Achievers are scholars from disadvantaged backgrounds that have demonstrated academic excellence and have the potential to help shape the future of South Africa through their excellence.

Why Excellence?

The Siyandisa Achievers Programme has consciously elected to be specific and direct its focus on a defined class of beneficiaries rather than a broad-based approach. Our Achievers are scholars from disadvantaged backgrounds that have demonstrated academic excellence and have the potential to help shape the future of South Africa through their excellence.

Why Achievers?

“The Achievers Programme is a one-of-a-kind initiative to support amazing young scholars that just need a helping hand to become who they are meant to be. With incredible personal stories of overcoming the seemingly impossible with grit and determination, it is a privilege to experience the positive impact of the Programme on our Achievers and see them strive for even greater heights with our support and belief in them.”

Ciki Bacela, Achievers Programme Director

Why Achievers?

“The Achievers Programme is a one-of-a-kind initiative to support amazing young scholars that just need a helping hand to become who they are meant to be. With incredible personal stories of overcoming the seemingly impossible with grit and determination, it is a privilege to experience the positive impact of the Programme on our Achievers and see them strive for even greater heights with our support and belief in them.”

Ciki Bacela, Achievers Programme Director

Evolution of the Programme

2017

Launched in 2017, the Programme has as its initial focus the transition of Grade 12 learners to tertiary education, providing exam preparation and university selection support as well as financial incentives for top performing matriculants. The selection was limited to top Free State scholars.

2018

The Programme increases its scope and expands to 50 scholars from all 9 Provinces. The Programme adds technology tools and data for communication and custom-developed video training content as part of the support to Grade 12 learners.

2019

The Programme focus on university preparation increases as career counsellors are integrated to assist Grade 12 learners with career choice and university applications. National awareness of the Programme across all Provinces is prioritised.

2020

The Programme launches a fully online application system for applicants across South Africa. The Programme focuses commences a growing shift towards integrating tertiary support elements into the Programme as the need for continuing support at tertiary level is recognised.

2021

With a stronger focus on tertiary support, the Programme introduces graduate Funding Support to tertiary undergraduate students as the impact of Covid-19 and the need for bridging funding becomes vital to tertiary students facing diverse challenges.

2022

The Programme continues to expand its focus on tertiary support introducing a network of Campus Captains at South African universities to assist in tutor and peer support to incoming Achievers. Funding Support evolves with more funding categories added to the Programme.

2023

The Programme expands to introduce support also to post-graduate students as the need for support even at this level is recognised. The incorporation of executive development into the Programme is launched and garners increasing interest from Programme Partners wishing to contribute.

2024

The Programme rebrands and invests in technology and communication portal development for its Achiever and Alumni platforms, providing greater access to Programme Content and an increasingly accessible environment for engaging with all Achievers.

What our Achievers say

Athenkosi Jita

Siyandisa Achiever
Class of 2024
As a proud achiever, I am excited to start my journey toward becoming an engineer next year. I look forward to meeting new people, playing rugby for the varsity team, and, of course, achieving my... goal of earning seven distinctions in my matric year.

Karabo Sitole

Siyandisa Achiever
Class of 2024
I am grateful for this opportunity and look forward to gaining deeper knowledge in my course next year. I am determined to remain a top student and aim for nothing less than a 93% average... in my NSC results.

Lona Ndlela

Siyandisa Achiever
Class of 2024
Attending university will be a significant step toward a brighter future. I am excited to gain independence—something new for me, as I’ve grown up in a large family—and having my own space will be a... unique experience. I look forward to expanding my knowledge, particularly in medicine, and gaining hands-on experience in my chosen field of radiation. This opportunity will allow me to grow both personally and academically, laying the foundation for a successful future.

Elo Tayi

Siyandisa Achiever
Class of 2024
I am looking forward to experiencing unfiltered freedom and independence, far from home on the other side of the country. My goal is to ace my finals, earn seven distinctions, and hopefully become a provincial... awardee.

Zwido Mulaudzi

Siyandisa Achiever
Class of 2024
I'm looking forward to studying Mechatronics at UCT, making new friends, and I hope to achieve 7 distinctions in my matric finals.

Zukhanye Bontsi

Siyandisa Achiever
Class of 2024
I'm happy to be part of the Siyandisa family and look forward to interacting with people from all walks of life while learning new things in an open environment, which is different from what I'm... accustomed to. I’m also excited about discovering more about myself and broadening my knowledge, especially in the field I have chosen.

Mabono Yivani

Siyandisa Achiever
Class of 2024
Hopefully, next year I will be studying Mechatronic Engineering at Nelson Mandela University. In my exams, I aim to achieve at least 92% in all of my subjects. I am excited to be part of... the Siyandisa programme.

Tshidiso Radebe

Siyandisa Achiever
Class of 2024
What I look forward to most is exploring my passion for science and innovation at varsity and connecting with people who share the same interests. My aim is to achieve top results in my Matric... exams to open up opportunities for bursaries and lay a solid foundation for my studies.