ZEDUCATION

From humble beginnings giving church talks at age 7 to becoming one of New Zealand’s most sought-after MCs, Ma’a Brian Sagala shares his journey of faith, storytelling, and communication. In this powerful episode of the Zeducation Podcast, Brian reveals how preparation, purpose, and staying true to who you are can unlock doors. Whether you're a leader, speaker, or simply want to grow your voice—this conversation will move and inspire you.

Richie Aholelei didn’t grow up with much—but he built everything with discipline. In this raw, inspiring interview, the founder of Kura Cares Charity shares how showing up daily turned pain into purpose. Learn how consistency, mindset, and grit helped him rise—and how you can do the same.

Shane Moka manages 30,000 birds a year. But it was a quiet conversation with his wife that changed how he manages his time. Discover how one simple Excel course with Zeducation gave him a major edge—and why he’s now smiling from ear to ear.

Andre Timothy didn’t start with a sales degree or a flashy resume. But he did have something powerful: the courage to ask questions. His story reveals why curiosity—not confidence—is the real game-changer in sales.

He thought he was just taking a workplace course—until it changed his family’s entire approach to money. How Robert turned one financial literacy programme into a $4,500 savings win for his daughter (and why his story is inspiring employers across NZ).

Makatuliki is more than a financial literacy programme — it’s a movement empowering Pasifika families to break free from financial struggle and take confident steps toward homeownership. Created and led by Zeducation, this culturally grounded initiative has helped 92 individuals improve their financial wellbeing, with 11 becoming first-time homeowners. Through online and in-person delivery, pastoral care, and practical tools, Makatuliki is unleashing intergenerational change

After moving to Auckland, Simone Uhatafi struggled to find work—until a TikTok video led him to Zeducation’s Voyage to Success programme. Now, with renewed confidence and the right tools, he’s ready to turn challenges into opportunities.

Zeducation partnered with Tātaki Auckland Unlimited to deliver culturally grounded training to Pacific workers in high-risk industries. Through Project Ikuna, we supported hundreds of learners across construction, logistics, and healthcare to build confidence, financial capability, and future-ready skills—proving the power of training that reflects culture and community.

Over three years, Zeducation helped co-design and deliver Hikohiko Te Uira, a transformative digital skills programme that trained over 1,000 Māori and Pasifika learners across Aotearoa, Samoa, and Tonga. From Excel to AI, the programme built confidence, career readiness, and cultural connection—proving what’s possible when training reflects the people it serves.