Testimonial Letter for Tiso Skills Fund and Aurogen South Africa (Pty) Ltd
I am writing to express my sincerest gratitude for the financial support I have received towards the completion of the Bachelor of Pharmacy at the University of the Witwatersrand, spanning from 2023- 2025.
Coming from a period of financial uncertainty, the support I received from Aurogen South Africa (Pty) Ltd through Tiso Skills Fund became a turning point in both my academic journey and personal growth. Tiso Skills Fund stepped in with exceptional professionalism and care. For that, I would like to personally commend you, Michelle. Tiso Skills Fund was timely, consistent, and transparent in their communication and the administration of funds. Their reliability eased an enormous amount of anxiety, allowing me to redirect my energy from constant worry to meaningful academic work, and that shift changed everything for me.
I am especially pleased to see a funder that is truly committed to supporting students in the Health Sciences field. We are often a neglected group despite being in a high-stakes field where demands are intense and the expectations are high. Aurogen South Africa (Pty) Ltd and Tiso Skills Fund’s recognition of this reality, and their willingness to invest in students like me, affirmed not only my ambitions but also the value of the work we hope to do in future healthcare spaces.
Their belief in my journey strengthened my commitment to excellence, resilience, and service. I made a deliberate choice not to wait until graduation to begin giving back. Throughout my studies, I actively engaged in student leadership, working to help fellow students secure their studies and maintain their academic standing. I also provided free academic tutorials in pharmacology across five Health Sciences degrees, building networks of support that helped my peers succeed alongside me. These experiences taught me the importance of uplifting others and reinforced my belief in collective progress.
As I look toward the future, I carry immense gratitude for the support Aurogen South Africa (Pty) Ltd and Tiso Skills Fund provided to me. Their assistance was more than financial; it was a message of faith in my potential and a reminder that I am part of a community that wants to see me succeed. I am committed to using the opportunities I have gained to make meaningful contributions to the healthcare industry on a global scale, championing accessible, equitable, and high-quality healthcare for all, because health is a fundamental human right.
Aurogen South Africa (Pty) Ltd and Tiso Skills Fund did more than help me stay in university; they helped me lay the foundations for a future rooted in purpose, compassion, and a commitment to giving back. For that, I will always remain grateful and proud to have been backed by them.
Yours faithfully,
Nokulunga Guliwe
