Hilton College Matriculant Accepted to Study at Yale University, Ignites South African Pride

• South African academic star Khanya Mhlongo, deputy head prefect and Class of 2023 standout, has secured a coveted spot at Yale University to study economics
• Khanya humbly attributes his success to divine blessings, his dedicated father, exceptional teachers, and supportive friends
• The star pupil's history teacher told Briefly News that Khanya was very driven and always prepared to read beyond the syllabus
• The young man also acknowledged the crucial role of Hilton College in nurturing his potential

A South African academic overachiever, Khanya Mhlongo, has been offered a place at Yale, the private Ivy League research university in New Haven, Connecticut, to study economics.

Hilton prodigy soars to Yale

The fantastic news was shared by Khanya's high school, Hilton College, who were proud of their Class of 2023 prodigy and deputy head prefect.

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Speaking on his Yale acceptance, Khanya said he was thankful to God for the opportunity.

"All I have achieved is due to his generosity and grace in my life more than due to my own merit. It was Christ who blessed me with a father who worked hard to send me to Hilton, with teachers who regularly went above and beyond the call of duty, and with friends who believed in me when I doubted myself.

"Special thanks to those behind the scenes - the support staff at Hilton, the housemasters and the admin staff - who contribute significantly to making Hilton a place where every boy can realise his potential. Yale would be a dream come true! But I will always miss Hilton and cherish the memories I made there."

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Speaking to Briefly News, Khanya’s history teacher Mr Paul Venter, who is also the school’s director said:

“Khanya was an incredibly diligent student who was always prepared to read beyond the syllabus to gain a wider understanding of issues in the syllabus and the issues of the day.

"He was also actively involved in the school’s journey of belonging. He is richly deserving of a place at Yale. The importance of this is that it shows what a boy or girl from anywhere in this country is capable of when they use their God-given talent and intellect coupled with due diligence.”

Mzansi celebrates the matriculant's feat

Mzansi netizens were overjoyed to learn about a young South African being accepted to such an esteemed American university.

Mpendulo Mhlongo replied:

"Congratulations Khanya We give thanks to The Most High for His goodness towards you. May God continue to bless you and keep you wherever you go Njomane kaMgabhi."

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Fundi Liphapang said:

"Congratulations Khanya, May God continue to be with you. You make your parents proud."

Cassal Bright Davis commented:

"A South African being accepted to Yale is an incredible feat!"

Itumeleng Mokganya said:

"Congratulations Khanya! May the good Lord continue to bless you and all that you put your hands to."

Jules Hermon wrote:

"Congratulations, what an incredible achievement ❤️."

Rowanne Pillay responded:

"Congratulations what a great achievement God bless you always."

Pretoria woman overcomes medical school rejection

Briefly News previously reported that a young woman from Pretoria left many youngsters and students feeling hopeful and inspired after sharing a TikTok video of academic challenges.

A video shared by Liya (@hurricane.liya) shows her getting dressed before the mirror in her medical scrubs and armed with her stethoscope.

In the post, Liya briefly shared that she was getting ready for her fourth-year gynae rotation despite being rejected from medical school when she applied back in high school.

Source: Briefly News