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KZN top achiever Manzil Harikaran-Giandev shares his secret to matric success

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KZN Matric star Manzil Harikaran-Giandev joins Darren, Sky and Carmen after achieving an incredible 93.54% average and 11 distinctions.

He opens up about the hard work behind his success, his dreams of becoming an engineer (with a love for aviation), and the unexpected role Darren Maule’s Quick Quiz played in sharpening his general knowledge.

Manzil also shares powerful advice for current Matriculants on balance, pressure and staying motivated.
13 Jan 2AM English South Africa Society & Culture · Daily News

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