MZANSI'S popular TikToker is a two-time UCT graduate!
TikToker creator Lesedi, whose real name is Lesedi Rampou Lale, graduated with a Bachelor of science honours degree from the University of Cape Town (UCT) on Wednesday, 27 March. And many of his followers are happy for him.
The 22-year-old told Daily Sun he did a Bachelor of Science Honours in Chemistry, which he completed in 2023.
The content creator from Soweto said his journey started in 2020 at the University of Cape Town, where he enrolled for a BSc in chemistry, human anatomy and physiology.
He said after completing his BSc degree in 2022, pursued a BSc honours degree in chemistry, which he completed in 2023.
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"I'm currently enrolled for a master of science in chemistry, focusing specifically on bioorganometallic chemistry (anti-mycobacterial agents). I completed my first BSc degree in 2023 and this year (2024), I completed my BSc honours," Lesedi said.
He said this means a lot to him and is humbled that many people are inspired by his journey.
"Balancing academics and content creation is an extreme sport, hahaha! It takes a lot of practise, planning and discipline.
"I use both micro and macro planning techniques to get my work done. I constantly check the time and make sure I don't procrastinate because if I do that, I mess up a lot of tasks in my schedule," he said.
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The content creator said this meant the world to him.
"Education is important for every aspect of life. It teaches you discipline and productivity."
He said he's always determined to get everything done on time.
"I always say the deadlines we have to meet in school prepare us for the real world, because in the business world, there are extreme deadlines that require your skills and emotional intelligence.
"I believe you can use education to your advantage for whatever passion in life. To the young people: Geleza ujabule," he said.
