Graduation Poem by Siphokazi Jonas

Siphokazi Jonas is one of the most prolific spoken word poets in South Africa, and her work has travelled nationally and internationally. An alumnus of UCT, Siphokazi writes and performs this poem that speaks to the challenge of graduating under the shadow of a changing global experience.

For more about UCT’s virtual graduation celebration on 14 March 2020, visit the graduation feature page.

Writer/Performer
Siphokazi Jonas

Producer
Amanda Tiffin

Director
Lana Crowster

Cinematography & Editing
Paige Fiddes

Makeup
Candy Links

Production Assistant
Aimee George