Business owner Somizi Mhlongo is showing Mzansi that it is never too late to achieve life’s goals.
Having dropped out of school in grade 9 because he thought studies would stop him from chasing his dream, the 50-year-old media personality has decided to continue his studies, registering for a part-time six-month course with the Villioti Fashion Institute, reports Sunday World.
Somizi exclusively told the above-mentioned publication, “I have always believed in the value of education even though, in my case, the opportunities of work when still very young put me on a different path as far as formal school is concerned.”
The choreographer, who recently launched his fashion brand Sompire Kids, added, “Dropping out that early did not stop me from educating myself about anything that became part of my professional life.”
A cookbook author too, Somizi shared that he was never ready to go to a culinary school. However, with the fashion course, he feels prepared as he is content with who he is and where he is at in life. His new business venture has also pushed him to further his education, explains Sunday World.
“I initially wanted to do a higher certificate which is over one year, but I realised I couldn’t because it is full-time and I have work,” Somizi stated. “After completing my part-time course, I plan to register for a higher certificate. If time allows, I would like to have a degree in fashion design.”
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