Kaya 959 Point of View with Phemelo Motene

Impact on POV: Gugulethu Ndebele

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Gugulethu Ndebele, Executive Director of the Oprah Winfrey Leadership Academy for Girls speaks to Phemelo about her up bringing, career and the work she does for the the non profit organisation that provides a nurturing educational environment for academically gifted girls who come from disadvantaged backgrounds.
25 Nov 2024 6PM English South Africa Education · Careers

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