IN CONVERSATION WITH BUSISIWE INNOCENTIA MNDEBELE, STAFF MEMBER AT WITS DINING HALL CATERINGSERVICES

Loading player...
Wits University is all about celebrations this season, as Busisiwe Innocentia Mndebele went from serving meals to serving major grad vibes! She officially graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Studies, proving that hustle and ambition can take you anywhere.
By day, Mndebele has been a dedicated staff member at Wits Dining Hall Catering Services, making sure students in Catered and Non-Catered Residences never go hungry. But behind the scenes, she was grinding hard to earn her degree.
Wits employee study benefits are gold—this institution provides bursaries for staff members and their dependents, covering 100% of tuition fees at Wits and 75% at other institutions. “The University played a crucial role in my journey, as I wouldn’t have been able to afford the fees without its support. That assistance gave me the strength and determination to overcome challenges. Being a Wits graduate installs a sense of endless possibilities and fuels my desire to keep learning.
4 Apr 2025 English South Africa Entertainment News · Music Interviews

Other recent episodes

In Conversation with Yvonne Maphosa, the Author of "My Sister’s Lover"

Love, jealousy and family loyalty take a dark turn in My Sister’s Lover, a new novel by Zimbabwean-born author Yvonne Maphosa that explores the consequences of forbidden desire, complicated relationships and decisions that can change lives. Published by Kwela Books on 13 October 2026, the novel follows Lelani Ncube, whose…
29 Oct 13 min

In Conversation with Michelle Mndau Staffing and Recruitment Manager at Cox Yeats Attorneys

For many law students, earning a qualification is only the beginning of the journey into the legal profession. Securing practical experience, navigating graduate recruitment and understanding what employers expect can present additional challenges for young people preparing to enter the workplace. In South Africa, becoming a practicing legal professional involves…
29 Oct 12 min

In Conversation with Igenda Ejekwu Client Manager Business Rescue and Insolvency at Galetti Corporate Real Estate

For many South Africans, owning a home remains an important financial and personal goal. However, with the cost of living placing pressure on household budgets, the decision to buy property requires careful consideration of affordability, financing and the long-term responsibilities of homeownership. For prospective buyers, particularly first-time buyers, the purchase…
29 Oct 9 min

In Conversation with Matthew Parks, COSATU Parliamentary Coordinator

The Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU) presented its submission on Government’s Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement (MTBPS) to Parliament’s Standing and Select Committees on Finance. Whilst appreciating the many competing demands facing the state, we remain deeply disappointed that once again Treasury and government collectively missed the opportunity to…
29 Oct 6 min