“President to President”: Ramaphosa Bonding With Student School President of ICT School Goes Viral

• A student leader from Lethabong School of Specialisation shared a light moment with President Cyril Ramaphosa
• The young man confidently introduced himself as "president to president" before sharing a handshake
• South Africans reacted to the heartwarming video, praising the president's approachable nature

A student's confident interaction with President Cyril Ramaphosa has warmed hearts across South Africa after the encounter went viral with over 40,900 reactions, 260 comments, and 170 shares. The touching moment showed the country's leader connecting with the next generation of leaders.

Facebook page @Lethabong School of Specialisation shared the video on 28th July with an inspiring caption:

"This is what leadership looks like — bold, brilliant, and breaking boundaries. Our RCL President shook hands with the President of South Africa, showing the world that tomorrow's leaders are already here."

The short video captures the school's Representative Council of Learners (RCL) President walking alongside President Ramaphosa during his visit to the specialised school. The two leaders engaged in casual conversation before sharing a memorable moment.

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In the video, the president addresses the student with the words:

"Yeah, you are the president? My God, so president to president."

The exchange prompted laughter from both leaders, who then shared a warm handshake.

The president's visit to Lethabong School appears to be part of his efforts to engage with young South Africans and assess the state of education in the country. Other posts from the school's Facebook page show Ramaphosa spending quality time with teachers and school leadership.

Mzansi impressed by presidential connection

South Africans flooded the comments section with praise for both the student's confidence and the president's approachable nature:

@jithendra_singh joked:

"Excellent, mentor the youngster on how to pad his nest and make it look like nothing wrong is going on...😂😂😂"

@mashaba_thoka_luister noted the difference:

"Unfortunately, the other president doesn't have bodyguards, including payment too 😮😢"

@kallysha_c_buys expressed pride:

"What a wonderful experience. We proud of you, Mr Choma!🙏❤️"

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@simelane_phumelela called him:

"A young privileged man."

@tebogo_kgatla predicted:

"Wow! Mark this, in the next twenty years, this young man will tell a good story."

@thembeka_luthuli praised the president:

"Our president loves children, have you noticed that? He is so gentle and kind to them, Father of our nation ❤️🔥🔥"

@frackson_milanzi appreciated:

"With confidence, President to President..... Good one."

School focuses on future skills

Lethabong School of Specialisation has transformed into a specialised institution focusing on Maths, Science, and ICT with an emphasis on Automotive Engineering. The school, led by Principal Mrs MB Malope, aims to equip learners with skills for future economic benefits and address skills shortages in South Africa.

The school's mission statement emphasises producing critical thinking and problem-solving learners equipped to tackle real-life challenges. With the motto "Where Failure Is Not An Option," the institution focuses on bridging the gap between secondary education, tertiary studies, and the job market.

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The school's vision includes achieving academic excellence and responding to provincial transformation, modernisation, and industrialisation needs. They aim to expand learner opportunities post-matric to create visible employment impact.

Watch the Facebook reel below:

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Source: Briefly News