Few people embody versatility and purpose like Thuso Mojatau, a proud DaVinci alumna. She is a mother of two, wife, and Office Support Manager at FNB’s real estate division. She somehow finds time to host a radio show, manage large-scale events, and release spiritually-inspired music, all while earning her BCom in Project Management, a journey that culminated in her graduation on 29 May 2025.
Meet Thuso Mojatau: DaVinci Alumna and FNB Manager
We caught up with Thuso shortly after the graduation ceremony, and her enthusiasm was infectious.
“Honestly, I feel proud,” she said, pausing slightly as if taking it all in. “Project management has always been part of what I do, but this degree puts a name to the work I’ve been doing for years.”
Just weeks before graduating, she was deep in preparations for the Africa Rising music concert, a major event she managed from beginning to end. It’s this kind of juggling act that seems almost impossible on paper, but for Thuso, it’s simply her way of life.
“I live by my schedule,” she said with a chuckle. “I colour-code everything, plan out my days to the last detail. But here’s the thing, you must genuinely love what you’re doing. That’s what makes the balancing act possible.”
Between career, family, and creative projects, it’s clear she’s not just multitasking, she’s weaving together different parts of her life in a way that feels intentional and grounded.
The TIPS™ framework
One of the biggest tools that shaped her journey? The TIPS™ framework at DaVinci, short for Technology, Innovation, People and Systems Thinking.
“It really changed the way I see things,” she explained. “Whether I’m preparing for a radio show or working on a corporate presentation, I find myself thinking in systems. It’s not something I switch off when I leave campus. It’s with me all the time.”
Mode 2 Learning
Another game-changer was Mode 2 learning, a fresh concept for her, but one that quickly made sense.
“Before DaVinci, I’d never come across Mode 2. But it clicked fast. We were asked to write about real issues, things like the economic impact of COVID-19 or what’s happening in South Africa right now. That’s when learning becomes real.”
Her academic research, in fact, came straight from her heart. It explored how spirituality in the workplace can uplift morale and boost performance, something she believes companies should embrace more.
“My paper didn’t aim to solve a problem,” she said, thoughtfully. “It was more of an invitation to explore. What happens when employees have a space to step away, reflect, pray, or just breathe? Regardless of one’s belief system, that moment of spiritual reconnection can have a powerful impact on work culture,” said the DaVinci alumna.
As a recording artist in the Afro-house genre, though classically trained, Thuso says her music carries the same spirit as her research: joyful, rooted, and meaningful.
Encouragement From DaVinci Alumna to Students
But like most stories of success, hers isn’t without moments of doubt.
“In my first year, I had to repeat academic literacy,” she admitted. “I was embarrassed. I thought, maybe this isn’t for me. I nearly gave up. But something told me to keep going. And I’m glad I did.”
Her advice to others?
“Just stay. Even when it’s rough. Even when you feel alone. It takes time, but eventually, you start understanding what this learning model is about. Then it stops feeling hard and starts feeling alive.”
With her degree now in hand, Thuso Mojatau joins the growing number of DaVinci alumni who are not only excelling in their careers but living out their purpose, in full colour.
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