Forensic scientist wants to be part of the solution to crime, violence in South Africa
Every year the University of Cape Town (UCT) identifies graduates whose uplifting stories serve as an example of the great heights the institution’s students can reach. Masego Sebolai, who graduated with an MSc in Biomedical Forensic Science this month, is one of those inspirational graduates.
Like many high school pupils, Masego knew that she wanted to attend university but was unsure about her course of study.
Having grown up in the small town of Tigane near Klerksdorp in the North West province, she was however certain that she wanted to help others, especially in her own community, once she qualified. Her interest in science – particularly the human body – made medicine an obvious choice, but the weight of the responsibility made her hesitant to follow this path.
Read the full article on the UCT News website here.
