I remember being 22. I had studied my first degree spent two years in corporate, and still felt a pull to build. About a week ago with the UCT Investment Society uctinvestsoc I saw that same spark in the room. Most of the students were 22 , hungry to learn, asking brave questions about risk, purpose, and resilience. Giving back takes many forms. Sometimes it is a cheque. Often it is time. Standing in a lecture theatre, answering questions, and sharing the unfiltered journey has been beautiful. It felt full circle. Context on the hosts: UCT InvestSoc is one of South Africa’s largest student societies. They bridge the gap between university and the working world through talks, skills workshops, and industry exposure across finance, tech, and entrepreneurship. They empower future leaders by connecting them to real operators and opportunities. To every student who showed up, keep building, keep asking better questions, and back yourself. uctinvestsoc #uct #investsoc2025