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UCT VC Prof Phakeng encourages matriculants

05 November 2020 | Video edit Oatmeal Productions.

2020 has been a difficult year for learners writing their final matriculation examinations. University of Cape Town (UCT) Vice-Chancellor Professor Mamokgethi Phakeng recently shared an inspirational and uplifting message to the matric class of Heideveld Secondary School at their valedictory service.

 

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