Zimbini Mnono is the second recipient of the Reeva Rebecca Steenkamp Foundation bursary. She was awarded the bursary for her passion in fighting against abuse.
Zimbini Mnono, 22, has been rewarded the second ever bursary from the Reeva Rebecca Steenkamp Foundation. Her passion for making a difference has earned her funding for her LLB degree.
The foundation looks to help fund men and women that have dedicated their lives to protecting families from abusive situations. Mnono was awarded the bursary because of her plans to do her masters, specialising in family law.
Just last year, Mnono worked with Amnesty International to advocate for women and children against abuse. She plans to take this further and create awareness.
Mnono’s road to where she stands today has not been an easy one. She started her law degree but had to drop out after the first year due to lack of funds. She moved to Cape Town and became a cashier, working to continue her education. Once she had the funding she felt more dedicated than ever to fight for women and children.
Mnono feels that her future as a lawyer is more than just about money. Her goal is to help support communities through hard times. The work that Mnono has her sights on, is much the same as the work that Reeva did during her lifetime.
“During her lifetime Reeva decided she would educate women and children about abuse and, through the bursary, we can honour her legacy,” Tanya Koen, spokeswoman for the Steenkamp family and foundation trustee
Mnono stood out above the rest because she wanted more than to just win the bursary, she wanted to be a part of the foundation too.
We know that Mnono will honour Reeva’s legacy and we cannot wait for her to start protecting people in need. Well done Mnono.
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