From Chemistry Novice to Scholar Extraordinaire: African Woman's Remarkable Journey to Four Degrees
Despite facing numerous challenges during her upbringing in a village in KwaZulu-Natal and being raised by a single mother after her father's passing, Mahlangeni remained determined to excel academically and uplift her family.
AKACHI NOEL 
Nomfundo Mahlangeni, a 28-year-old African woman, has attained the status of a scholar in Chemistry after completing an impressive academic journey, securing four degrees in Chemistry and Applied Chemistry.
Mahlangeni embarked on her higher education journey in 2007, dedicating seven years to rigorous study and academic pursuit, ultimately achieving the highest academic qualification possible.
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Her academic journey began at the University of KwaZulu-Natal, Durban, South Africa, where she earned two Bachelor’s Degrees in Applied Chemistry, one of which was an honors degree. Following her undergraduate studies, Mahlangeni pursued a Master’s degree in Environmental Chemistry and Natural Products, followed by a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Applied Chemistry, all at the University of KwaZulu-Natal.
Despite facing numerous challenges during her upbringing in a village in KwaZulu-Natal and being raised by a single mother after her father's passing, Mahlangeni remained determined to excel academically and uplift her family.
Reflecting on her journey, Mahlangeni expressed her passion for science, particularly Chemistry, which she discovered in Grade 8. She attributed her academic success to her commitment to studying and her desire to improve her family's circumstances.
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Dr. Roshila Moodley, Mahlangeni's supervisor, described her as a humble and impressive student, highlighting her intelligence and dedication to her studies. Mahlangeni's mother, Thulisile, expressed immense pride and joy upon learning of her daughter's achievement, despite the hardships they faced.
Currently, Mahlangeni is undertaking a post-doctorate at the University of KwaZulu-Natal, focusing on technology combined with traditional medicine. She remains undecided about her future career path, contemplating whether to pursue academia or industry.
