It is hard to believe that we have come to the end of the year 2019, which was filled with so much joy, lessons and emotional episodes.
I remember when I first came into the Caxton West Rand offices to shadow at my new job as a sports journalist, the excitement and mixed emotions that existed within me.
The first article that I had to research and carefully construct was that of the young warrior, Shanaya Govender who passed on earlier this year.
Having met her family and relatives, I have learned a lot in life, especially having to be strong when the going gets tough and just keep fighting, like she courageously did.
Although I never met Shanaya, I feel like I have known her for a long time. She has taught me a lot, especially about cancer. Today I am proud to be doing everything that I can to make a difference in the Roodepoort community.
Thank you so much to the West Rand community for being so welcoming and showing me the warmer side of your hearts.
Have a merry Christmas and a happy new year with your loved ones. I am looking forward to being among this beautiful community in 2020 and try my very best to educate and inform.
