Ashiqa Fakier
My name is Ashiqa Fakier. I live in Rocklands, but grew up in New Tafelsig and attended Spine Road Secondary School. I am a final-year Chemistry student at the University of the Western Cape (UWC) and hope to do Honours next year.
The Mitchell’s Plain Bursary and Role Model Trust is a fascinating group of people who wants to help those who have a connection to Mitchells Plain. I have always had an interest in the trust, because of the way they approach the idea of “community” hope. The way they give back is not just by funding students; but by inspiring.
I also appreciate that they encourage students to be a part of their family, even if we have secured funding elsewhere.