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19 April 2023 | Story Kekeletso Takang | Photo Provided

Among the thousands of new graduates obtaining qualifications during the University of the Free State’s (UFS) April graduation ceremony, were twins – Angel and Angelica Eksteen. The duo obtained their Bachelor of Education degrees in the Senior Phase and Further Education and Training Teaching with distinctions during the Faculty of Education ceremony on 18 April 2023. 

Angel says the journey to graduating was challenging, but worth it. “The most fulfilling thing about graduating was seeing the excitement and pride on our aunt and grandmother’s faces, making the challenges worth it.” 

Angelica says their education journey has only just begun. Next in line for the twins is Bachelor of Education honours degrees. “And while we strive towards that, we will be the best teachers in the profession.” 

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Academic awarded for sustainable conservation
2007-12-06

Prof. H.O. de Waal, conservation expert and Associate Professor in the Department of Animal, Wildlife and Grassland Sciences at the University of the Free State (UFS), received an award from the Free State Department of Tourism, Environmental and Economic Affairs this week for his contribution to the promotion of sustainable conservation in the Free State Province. The award was handed to him during an award ceremony held at the Free State National Botanical Garden in Bloemfontein.
Photo: Johan Norval
 

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