Dyan Buis: from Paralympic champion to education advocate

IN AN inspiring culmination of perseverance and dedication, Dyan Buis, the former Paralympic gold medallist and world champion athlete, graduated with a Master's degree in education policy studies from Stellenbosch University.

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FORMER Paralympic gold medallist and world champion athlete Dyan Buis. STEFAN ELS Supplied

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This milestone underscores a journey marked by resilience, driven by a personal philosophy of excellence that has guided him not only in sport but throughout his academic pursuits.

Buis, from Riversdale, had to overcome many challenges in his youth. Diagnosed with mild cerebral palsy at a young age a condition affecting movement and muscle control - he has consistently defied the odds, transforming what could have been a limitation into a launching pad for success.