He believed he could fly: The 21-year-old pilot that turned his dreams into a reality
Started from the bottom now he's here. Siyakholwa Zazini is an extraordinary 21-year-old who stopped at nothing to a bring a lifelong dream to reality.
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There's nothing more refreshing than seeing a young South African chasing their dreams, and making it a reality. It's this type of drive that's truly inspiring.
Meet East London-born Siyakholwa Zazini, who received his pilot's licence at the tender age of 21.
Siyakholwa grew up in a shack with his dear grandmother, and had a passion from a very young age to be a pilot. He spent hours playing with paper planes and jets with the hope of flying in the sky one day.
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According to Daily Sun, his dreams came true when he was given a bursary to train for his pilot's license, which was offered by the Office of the Premier and the transport department.
Growing up was tough, and he often thinks back to the time when he was only given a meal a day to survive on.
His story is an emotional and inspiring one. It just goes to show that with hard work, determination, and a strong willpower, anything is possible.
Siyakholwa - you're a true hero, and may you climb higher and higher. Never stop reaching for the skies.
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