Meet Siphenkosi Nqoro: Determined Petrol Attendant Bags Law Degree

• A young man by the name of Siphenkosi Nqoro worked as a full-time petrol attendant while studying law at the University of Fort Hare
• Nqoro's determination to make a brighter future for himself is inspiring tons of South Africans online
• The 29-year-old believes that his story is a wonderful one as he was able to push himself to take the first step to start studying

Siphenkosi Nqoro's story of hard work, determination and self-belief is motivating the masses. The 29-year-old is an LLB degree holder and a full-time petrol attendant. Nqoro graduated in the class of 2020 and says his journey has been wonderful.

Originally from King Williams Town, he works at a Shell garage in Mdantsane in the Eastern Cape. Nqoro says his journey was inspired by himself as he had the courage to take the first step towards studying.

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He told himself that God would help him. Initially, Nqoro did not know how he would be able to provide for his family. A video of Nqoro telling his story was shared on Twitter by @africa_dispatch and has gained over 80 000 views.

In the clip, Nqoro shares the following advice to those out there who are struggling to follow their dream path:

"If you don't start today, you can just kiss and say goodbye to your own dreams."

Briefly News took a look at the replies section to see what Saffas are saying about the inspirational man:

@Lulu26Belle said:

"Cashiers, security guards, waitresses, petrol attendants in this country usually have university degrees but due to the high unemployment settle for any work they can get."

@NicoFourie4 believes:

"The world is your oyster, sir... Now we just need to get this country on the road again and you will shine!!"

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@mnisi_bee requested:

"@Shell kindly please place this man in your legal department as an intern or something."

@ntu2ko_nzimande wrote:

"Congratulations and all the best bro. Well done."

@Thabang_ANC tweeted:

"An inspirational story indeed... Congratulations are in order and well done!!!"

@MaraEnslin added:

"Wow, well done. Wishing you loads of success Siphenkosi."

From petrol attendant to attorney, Slindile Shazi has the bravery and courage many lack

In similar news, Briefly News reported that Slindile Gqwethakazi Shazi from Port Shepstone is an inspiration to Mzansi youth. From doing odd jobs, the dynamic lady has proven that nothing is impossible as she ended up becoming a proud High Court attorney.

Slindile’s future looked bleak as her childhood was filled with many challenges. However, she rose against all odds. Today she's proud of her success and glad she never gave up.

“I grew up from a not-so-well-off family. As a teenager, I was rebellious and ended up being homeless because I was disowned. For most of my teenage years, I was on my own,” Slindile said.

Source: Briefly News