Times Of Swaziland: CREATIVES SHINE AT 10TH LIMKOKWING GRADUATION

CREATIVES SHINE AT 10TH LIMKOKWING GRADUATION
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Neliswa Sibiya on 18/11/2024 07:38:00


MBABANE - On a momentous Friday, the Mavuso Trade and Exhibition Centre buzzed
with excitement as it hosted the 10th graduation ceremony of Limkokwing
University of Creative Technology.
This year, the event was marked not only by the academic achievements of
numerous students but also by the presence of several beloved local
entertainment personalities who celebrated their own milestones. Among the
notable graduates was Siphesihle Dlamini better known as Festival B, a local
poet whose work has resonated deeply within his community.
Sentiments
Dlamini shared his sentiments about the journey leading to graduation,
emphasising the hard work and dedication that paved the way for this significant
achievement. “It was no walk in the park. I am glad to have come this far. I
have been waiting for this moment all my life. This degree means a lot to me and
it is so satisfying to see my hard work pay off and make my family proud,”  he
said. Joining Dlamini in the celebration was fellow graduate Temalangeni Dlamini
who expressed her joy and optimism for the future and reflecting on her personal
journey. “This surely feels like a big achievement.
Despite all the struggles that I went through, I am so proud of me and I am
hoping only for the best from now on,” she said. The ceremony was not just a
gathering of graduates but it was a celebration of dreams fulfilled. Other
entertainment personalities who proudly walked across the stage included Onicah
Mansoor, Mnqobi Tsabedze, Zwelankosi Msibi, and Didi Mshengu. Each of these
individuals has made a mark in the entertainment industry and their
accomplishments serve as an inspiration to many aspiring artists in Eswatini.
Graduates
As the graduates tossed their caps in the air, the atmosphere was filled with
hope and determination. The presence of these local celebrities at the ceremony
highlights the intersection of academia and the arts, demonstrating that success
in one’s passion can be complemented by formal education. As they embark on
new chapters in their lives the community eagerly anticipates the contributions
these graduates will bring to Eswatini’s cultural landscape.