Peermont Education Trust Awards Scholarships
To 11 Ekurhuleni Youngsters
Thursday, January 23, 2025
Every year the Peermont Education Trust (PET), a CSI programme of Peermont’s flagship resort, Emperors Palace, grants all-expenses paid scholarships (valued at approximately R170 000 each) to deserving Ekurhuleni youngsters.
This year the Trust decided to award 10 bursaries with the 14 youngsters who made the shortlist, from over 600 applicants, interviewed by a panel of five Peermont Trustees and two Alumni of the PET at the Palace of Dreams on 18 January.
After the stringent interview process, Trustees Tshidi Madima, Fihliwe Molefi, Oren Fuchs, Vusi Zwane and Thembekile Makhoba, along with Alumni, Nthabiseng Malaka and Sphesihle Nxumalo decided to amend the number of scholarships and increased it to 11.
Of the 11, eight will start their tertiary educations this year while three recipients, Petunia Mailula of Katlehong will proceed to do her second year BCom Accounting degree studies at UJ, Daveyton’s K0pano Leboho will be able to do her fourth year BCom Accounting (changing to the CA stream) at UJ and Lerato Madonsela of Katlehong will do her second year BCom finance degree also at UJ thanks to the Trust.
Among the first-year recipients are Katlehong’s, Nosihle Zinyane (BSc in Biomedical Engineering at Wits) and Ntethelelo Nhleko (Bachelor of Education in Senior Phase and FET at Wits) while Numusa Sogwayi of Kwa-Thema is also off to Wits to do a LLB in Law degree.
Thembisa’s Godwill Shabalala will study a BSc in Computer Science at UP with Tshepiso Kola heading to Wits to do a BSc in Mining Engineering degree. Dinwiddie High School matriculant, Danyell Resinamhodzi will start her Bachelor of Arts degree at Wits where she will be joined by Daveyton’s Sandiselwe Zwane who will do a Bachelor of Laws degree while Springs resident, Siyabonga Zwane will head to UP to study BEng Civil Engineering.
First Year Recipients
In addition, the PET has extended the bursaries previously granted to, Calvin Phantsi, Malwande Nomnasi, Boitumelo Phahlane, Bulelwa Masoka, Khensani Khoza, Percy Sambo, Diana Bingani, Velaphe Melamo, Lifa Njabulo Masina, Samkelo Shezi and Kwanele Mangqishi.
As one of Peermont’s CSI pillar, Education and Youth Development is essential in providing the disadvantaged with the educational tools and access to quality education.
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Reviews
First, look down when you walk in: the interior walkways are paved with authentic Smart Stone Huguenot Cobbles, engineered specifically to replicate the tactile feeling of walking on real, ancient Roman highways. It is an incredible piece of immersive design that has stood the test of time since its inception.
Second, as someone sensitive to travel fatigue, the engineering here is spectacular. Despite being right next to major runways, the structural acoustics completely eliminate aviation noise. Furthermore, if you explore the convention wing, the rooms are named chronologically after Roman Emperors (Claudius, Augustus, Tiberius), featuring a highly advanced smart-lighting system that subtly shifts tone to help international travelers fight jet lag.
The multi-tiered security checks at the gates provide immense peace of mind, making it a safe, self-contained empire. From the manicured garden paths to the world-class service, it is a flawless, deeply thought-out destination. Don't just stop by for a quick game—take a moment to appreciate the sheer craftsmanship of the Palace of Dreams!
Hidden Details Most Guests Don't Know The Secret History of the Floors:
When the resort opened in September 2000, it was named Caesars Gauteng. The internal casino paths use custom Huguenot Cobble and Shepstone Pavers designed by SmartStone to precisely mimic the durability and texture of ancient Roman stone highways.
The "Imperial Court" Conference Subtext:
The major conference rooms in the South Wing are purposefully named after successive Roman emperors—Claudius, Augustus, Tiberius, Florian, and Romanus. They feature a hidden central smart-lighting grid that automatically shifts color warmth to match the biological clock of travelers suffering from jet lag.
The Multilayered Security Ring: Casual visitors often miss how tightly the security net is woven. Because of its position right next to O.R. Tambo International Airport, the property utilizes an advanced, continuous perimeter sweep and bag-screening protocol that keeps it significantly safer than standard commercial venues.
The Sound-Insulated Aviation Oasis: Despite being directly in the flight path of Africa's busiest airport, the structural glass and architectural roofing are uniquely engineered to absorb low-frequency jet engine vibrations, meaning you can sit in the gardens or sleep in the hotels in absolute peace
Where to find us
64 Jones Road, Kempton Park, South Africa
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