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For some, higher education is simply the next step after high school. For others, it becomes the start of a purpose-driven life. Meet Boledi Makanatleng, a Bachelor of Arts (Psychology and English Literature Studies) graduate from our Midrand campus. Boledi has turned her journey through Eduvos into a story of healing, impact, and inspiration for women across South Africa.
When Boledi first arrived at Eduvos, she was simply looking for a place to study. What she found was something far greater: she found a community.
“From the moment I stepped onto campus, I felt a sense of belonging… because you’re more than just a number, you are part of a community,” Boledi says.
Coming from a background that wasn’t as stable as many of her peers, Boledi found strength in the supportive academic environment Eduvos offered, one that not only prioritised academic development but also recognised the importance of mental health and personal well-being.
“I knew I wanted to study Psychology. I’ve always been fascinated by human behaviour. But I also needed a place that would accept me as I was, and Eduvos did that,” says Boledi.
Because of space limitations at public institutions and entry requirements that heavily weighted mathematics and science results, Boledi was unable to enrol elsewhere, despite passing well overall. Eduvos’ admission requirements allowed her to pursue her dream, and she ran with it.
As Boledi progressed through her studies, her time at Eduvos was marked by moments of both personal and academic growth. She recalls her orientation day clearly, when a lecturer encouraged students to find a balance between hard work and personal wellness.
“That message stuck with me. Eduvos gave me a second chance to believe in myself,” shares Boledi. “By my second year, I was thriving. I achieved some of my best grades, mostly distinctions in tests and exams, and it gave me the confidence to believe I could achieve anything I was willing to work hard for.”
That resilience served her well when she stepped into a new role, motherhood. In her final year, Boledi welcomed her baby and missed two weeks of class. But thanks to Eduvos’ flexible academic support, she passed 99% of her modules with ease.
“Between my lecturers, counselling support, and the tools on myLMS, I never felt alone or left behind,” says Boledi.
The mental health support on campus was another pillar in Boledi’s success. “Those early sessions changed my life. They built my confidence both personally and academically. I genuinely don’t think I would’ve made it past first year without them,” she shares.
Boledi’s degree has since become the foundation for a meaningful career. Drawing on her Psychology background, she started a mental health platform, Mental Health & Motherhood with Boledi, which now serves women across South Africa.
“It started as a digital awareness page and grew into a YouTube channel and podcast. That podcast went on to win Best Emerging Podcast in Africa, and I’ve since partnered with household brands,” says Boledi.
Her voice has become a powerful one in South Africa’s mental health space. In 2023, she was recognised as one of News24’s 100 Young Mandela’s, under the Mental Health category, for her advocacy work.
“If you’re ready to pursue your dreams, Eduvos is the place for you. It’s more than a higher education institution, it’s a community that supports you academically, emotionally, and personally,” says Boledi.
She’s also helped others join the Eduvos journey, encouraging her sister-in-law to enrol for postgraduate studies.
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