The STORY of a 12-Year-Old Boy who LEFT MADEIRA - Manuel Alexandre da Costa 

This is the story of Manny who, at a young age, embarked on a journey that took him far from his homeland. Born and raised in Madeira, he experienced early on the challenges and opportunities that come with immigration. At the age of 12, he left Madeira and moved to South Africa, where he began to build a new life.
Throughout his life, the importance of hard work and education was key. In South Africa, he worked long hours-up to 14 hours a day-and still found the time to pursue his studies.
Despite the setbacks he faced in his business ventures upon returning to Madeira in 1991, he never gave up on self-improvement. He spent ten years attending various training courses, which enabled him to pivot to a career in tourism, a field where he could utilize his passion for languages and interaction with people.
Beyond his personal achievements, he has been deeply involved in his community. He has been an active member of the ALSAP (Luso-South African Association of Portugal), an organization he helped establish. His contributions to the community include giving talks at local schools, where he shares his experiences and stresses the importance of education.
Today, he takes pride in encouraging young people to pursue their studies and develop their talents, emphasizing that education is the key to reaching their full potential and succeeding in whatever path they choose. His journey from a young immigrant to a respected community member and advocate for education and self-improvement serves as an inspiration to many.
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