These days expertise competitions are international phenomenon with the likes of ‘X Factor’, ‘Idols’ and the ‘Got Talent’ franchises which rework abnormal folks with notable expertise into international superstars. Many of those winners come from all corners of the world, reside very regular lives, and take a look at their shot at fame by showcasing their uncooked singing skill for much-needed votes.
Earlier this yr, a 17-year-old highschool learner, Samantha Makabongwe Mkhaliphi, took an opportunity at getting into an internet tune cowl contest via her college, UCT Online High School. The college launched their very own expertise competitors with a name out to its learners to enter with their finest cowl of the official college tune with a purpose to win a money prize of R10 000. She entered on Instagram along with her personal rendition of the varsity tune, ‘We Own The Future’ showcasing her distinctive voice and persona, which immediately caught the eye of the varsity’s judging group.
After many hopeful entries from throughout the nation, Sam gathered probably the most votes from the judging panel to take the successful title and money prize. Elated at her successful,
‘I feel so blessed and happy about winning the school song competition. I would love to thank the school for the opportunity to showcase our talents, as we needed a platform, I can say we have so much talent. Once again I am truly honoured to be part of UCT Online High School.’
shares Samantha Makabongwe Mkhaliphi.
Samantha plans to make use of her winnings to pay for bills for an album she’d wish to launch, and he or she’s hoping she will be able to collaborate with different well-known artists. She continues her highschool research via the modern on-line highschool till she obtains her matric certificates.
IN JANUARY 2022, GOODLUCK, SHEKHINAH, YOUNGSTACPT & MSAKI COLLABORATED ON A ONE-OF-A-KIND SCHOOL ANTHEM
The collaboration, dubbed ‘We Own The Future’ — after a learner-wide title vote confirmed this title because the frontrunner — is a one-of-a-kind anthem created to encourage, encourage and produce collectively Africa’s youth to unleash their potential and encourage a way of group for an internet cohort of learners throughout South Africa and the globe. The launch of the varsity tune and music video on January twenty fourth’s International Day of Education, was a celebration of aspirational expertise for these in want of encouragement and motivation via the ability of music.
Collaborating on the varsity anthem are African music’s best group of artists, all award-winning on a number of platforms, garnering many radio hits all through their careers, and most significantly – true ambassadors of their era and mentors for Africa’s youth within the sense that success is feasible, regardless of your circumstance, with the suitable foundations and mentors – something is feasible!
A faculty tune that not solely evokes a brand new era of learners, however a tune that additionally evokes the world, we actually do personal our future and in doing so, we encourage others to make an influence.
Feeling impressed to unlock a extra international future? Make the swap today to considered one of UCT Online High School’s two highschool learner curriculums — CAPS-aligned National Senior Certificate or Cambridge International curriculums — and also you’ll obtain an 80% low cost in your placement price till 30 November 2022!
If you’ve nonetheless obtained questions, or want some extra steering, please contact one of many UCT Online High School’s pleasant admissions consultants on +27 21 140 1792 or electronic mail admissions@uctohs.valentureonline.com; they’ll be more than pleased to help.
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