Meet our 2026 Gap Year Interns

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We are so pleased to be able to introduce our two Gap Year Interns for 2026, Bethany and Tawana. Both were awarded Makomborero Non-residential A-Level scholarships in 2024. They will be an integral part of our Makomborero team and we are so glad to have them. Let’s get to know them!

Bethany

Which high school did you attend?
I went to Sanyati Baptist High School for both 0-Level and A-Level
Why did you choose to become a gappy at Makomborero Zimbabwe?
I chose to become a gappy to grow personally and professionally, gain real-world experience, and develop skills that will support my university education and long-term career goals.
What has your internship been like to so far?
I am truly enjoying this position. Being around different people with unique and wonderful personalities has been a great experience, and I enjoy learning from them and being part of the team.
What is your dream for the future?
I aspire to pursue a degree in Mechanical Engineering to develop strong technical and problem-solving skills.
What’s your favourite food?
My favourite food is Spaghetti Bolognese
What’s your favourite hobby?
My favourite hobby is art
Shopping or eating out?
I prefer shopping to eating out because it’s cheaper, healthier and allows me to prepare food according to my own taste
Reading or writing?
I enjoy reading more than writing because I enjoy learning more than self-expression, which allows me to see the world from other people’s perspectives and gain knowledge and inspiration.

Tawana

Which high school did you attend?
I attended Mufakose 2 High School for both O-Level and A-Level
Why did you choose to become a gappy at Makomborero Zimbabwe?
I wanted to be in a place where I can give back to the people who made me who I am today… Nurturing and mentoring students like we were mentored
What has your internship been like to so far?
So far, it’s been great, getting to interact and knowing more of these students is quite an experience. Also, I have been gaining valuable experience of what the working environment is like – that has been so worthwhile.
What is your dream for the future?
I would love to study electronic engineering and find a more convenient way of using our resource to establish tech companies in this country
What’s your favourite food?
Cornflakes, French toast with pineapple juice as well as ice cream for dessert
What’s your favourite hobby?
Studying psychology, from reading books to actually observing human interactions
Travelling or staying in
Travelling
Video games or watching movies
Video games

Thank you Tawana and Bethany. Bethany, we can’t wait to appreciate your works of art and Tawana you’re in the right place for that sweet tooth! Here is to a fantastic year together!