A life of courage. A living legacy.
Remembering Vincent “Toivo” Tshabalala, and carrying his belief in education forward.
Vincent “Toivo” Tshabalala
Born on 15 August 1964 in Bethal, Mpumalanga, Vincent became a student leader at Minerva High School and a founding member of the Alexandra Youth Congress.
He was active in the struggle against apartheid and died in Alexandra on 9 February 1985, aged 20.
A legacy in education
In 2004, his comrades and former school friends established the Trust in his memory. It carries his commitment to education into practical support for future generations.
His life remains part of Alexandra’s history. The Trust’s work makes that remembrance an ongoing investment in young people.
Based on the Trust’s published information. Reviewed October 2026.
