Dumphries Digital Learning Campus
GWF’s Dumphries Digital Learning Campus opened in 2019 in Dumphries, a village located in the Thulamahashe area of the Ehlanzeni district in Mpumalanga. It is part of the Bushbuckridge Local Municipality.
History
Dumphries village is located in a beautiful part of South Africa, surrounded by scenic landscapes and natural beauty. Overall, you'll find a welcoming and close-knit community here.
A wonderful collaboration was born when partners from the Sabi Sand Nature Reserve and across the world came together to help us develop this campus; these partners included the Dulini, Ulusaba, Leopard Hills and Inyati lodges. Representatives from the All Heart Fund were at the opening of the campus, at which adventurer Sibusiso Vilane spoke.
The Dumphries campus employs 16 staff members, 69% of whom are women. The Bridging Year Academy programme has an annual enrolment of about 70 young adults, and about 850 children from five primary schools attend the Open Learning Academy on campus – making a significant educational contribution to this rural community.
Testimonials
Phumlo Mkasi
Huntington Digital Learning Campus Manager
How you'd describe your own personal brand?
I would describe my personal brand as a dependable person who leads by example, supports others, and values teamwork.
What are your goals and aspirations?
My goal is to grow as a leader, develop my leadership skills, uplift and support my team in achieving the organization’s goals. I also aim to keep learning and take on new challenges.
What do you consider to be your most impressive achievements?
One of my biggest achievements is completing my Higher Certificate in Archives and Records Management. It helped me develop skills that are valuable in a leadership role.
What's one quirky or fun fact about you?
I love dancing but I dance in alphabetical order.
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