Despite delay, woman finally bags PhD, says she didn't fail in life

Tuesday, January 19, 2021 at 2:39 PM by Joseph Omotayo Khadijah Thabit

- A South African woman has taken to Facebook to celebrate finally getting her PhD

- In a heartwarming post, she explained how many challenges stood in her way but she pushed through them all

- Many felt that they could take a leaf from her branch, all commending her in the comment section

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A South African lady has served as a shining example of where dedication and determination can get you in life. Vuyokazi 'Vuyo' Mntuyedwa shared a heartwarming post on Facebook's ImStaying about how she finally got her PhD after undergoing many challenges.

She wrote:

"On 18 Dec 2020, I received my Ph.D. degree at UWC after so many challenges that have delayed my progress. I have told myself one thing, regardless of the delays but am going to get my PhD degree one day because am not a failure.

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"I did not quit, or dropout because I knew that as a Black young woman I am capable of finishing this PhD. So I want to encourage everyone that, Never ever give up on your Dreams the Devil and the circumstances can delay you But don’t lose focus. I walk tall every day these days as Dr M my new academic title. I salute my perseverance all the time and resilience. #DrM‍ #PhDStory #ImStaying."

"I Am Not a Failure": SA Woman Celebrates Finally Bagging Her PhD — This woman is very proud to have achieved her PhD. Images: Vuyokazi 'Vuyo' Mntuyedwa/ImStaying
Source: UGC

Stayers had this to say:

Thobeka Dwadwa said:

"Well done and congrats, may all people who ever started on the PhD path pick up and continue"

Margaret Turner said:

"Well done you deserve it."

Carol Ashton Spencer said:

"Very well done."

Kamohelo Motloung said:

"Wow. Congratulations Doctor."

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