Dr. Oarabile Mochwanaesi is a dentist, youth leader, and the visionary founder of the Mochwanaesi Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to mentoring and empowering academically talented yet disadvantaged students across South Africa. Born and raised in Mahikeng, Dr. Mochwanaesi’s commitment to service began while he was still a dental student, and his work has since transformed the lives of learners nationwide.
Launched in 2018, the Mochwanaesi Foundation offers academic mentorship, university application support, and subject selection guidance to underprivileged high school learners. Dr. Mochwanaesi’s mentorship model has helped students increase their academic averages by up to 24%, with many gaining admission to study medicine, engineering, and law. His foundation boasts a 100% pass rate and over 88 distinctions in 2024 alone.
Beyond in-person mentorship, Dr. Mochwanaesi uses platforms like TikTok and YouTube to bridge the gap in access to academic resources. His digital content demystifies higher education, reaching thousands of learners who otherwise wouldn’t receive career or academic guidance.
The foundation has produced multiple provincial and national top achievers, and many of his mentees have become first-generation university graduates. Despite personal setbacks, including periods of unemployment, he remained committed to the foundation’s mission—demonstrating true resilience and servant leadership.
He’s been featured in university campaigns, radio interviews, and judged national expos like the ESKOM Science Fair. Through every platform, he advocates for academic access and the power of youth leadership.
Dr. Mochwanaesi is not just inspiring learners—he’s rewriting what’s possible for them.
