NWU Spreads Hope Through Retsa Tsela: Small Acts, Big Impact

Yolandi Botes
21 hours ago
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A heartwarming spirit of service filled Potchefstroom this week as North-West University (NWU) partnered with Retsa Tsela, a community-driven initiative founded by Peterson Sebati, to uplift local spaces and spark hope where it’s needed most.

What began as one person’s desire to restore and clean shared community areas has grown into a movement powered by purpose, compassion and the belief that small acts of kindness can create powerful waves of change.

🌱 “Be the Change in Your Community” — A Message in Action

The Retsa Tsela team lives by a simple but meaningful motto: Be the change in your community. This vision aligns proudly with NWU’s values, making the partnership a natural and inspiring fit.

Joined by NWU’s beloved mascot Eagi and members of the Student Campus Council (SCC), the university demonstrated its commitment to real, hands-on impact. In a generous gesture, Eagi and the SCC donated R30 000 to support the growth and sustainability of the Retsa Tsela initiative.

This contribution will help expand their work, restoring spaces, uplifting schools, and reminding communities that they are seen, valued and supported.

🏫 Hope at Tshupane Primary School

As part of the initiative, NWU students and Retsa Tsela leaders visited Tshupane Primary School in Potchefstroom. The day was filled with storytelling, laughter and meaningful conversations, a moment where two groups of young changemakers connected through shared purpose.

The school environment came alive with encouragement and inspiration as pupils interacted with role models who embody leadership, community spirit and kindness. For many learners, the visit served as a reminder that positive change is possible, starting right where they are.

💜 Building Tomorrow, Together

The collaboration highlighted something NWU holds dear: the youth of today are building the tomorrow we all hope for. Through service, leadership and compassion, the university’s student leaders continue to shape a culture of unity and upliftment on and off campus.

As the Retsa Tsela project grows, so does its impact, proving that a simple act of kindness can spark transformation across an entire community.