Hoërskool Jan Viljoen High School announced their delight after Grade Eight learner Onkarabetse Kgoasone achieved success at the Segarona Eisteddfod and will be preparing for nationals as a public speaker.
School spokesperson Charl Ludick has congratulated Onkarabetse on behalf of Jan Viljoen for her remarkable dedication.
“Despite facing challenges, you powered through and delivered a remarkable performance at the Segarona Eisteddfod. Your passion for public speaking truly shone through in your unique and youthful perspective on dating. As you now prepare for provincials, continue to organise with the same meticulous care and determination,” he expressed.
He added the school is confident Onkarabetse’s journey will not only make the school proud but will also set her on the path towards success.
Okarabetse spoke about her experience at the Segarona event and claimed she was extremely sick during that time. However, she was determined to participate seeing as she had prepared.
For the Segarona, she chose a unique topic which was her personal thoughts on dating. She noted her speech was about 13 minutes long. Now Onkarabetse is focused on preparing for provincials and striving to reach nationals.
“My passion for public speaking, debating, and presenting began at age five. By eight, I started actively competing in various events therefore the reason I entered was to showcase what I’ve been good at since an extremely young age,” she said.
