Tshepo Moloi

“I don't regret my time in the army. If I hadn't joined, I wouldn't have met the love of my life and my children wouldn't be here today.”

Tshepo Moloi spent the better part of his life defending his country as a soldier. The 6 foot, broad-shouldered man hails from the small town of Kanye, Botswana. After a decade of serving his country with pride, Tshepo was ready for a new chapter in his life and retired from the army. Though he still struggles to sleep soundly at night, when fireworks go off on Independence Day or when he's restless, Tshepo now spends his days training young recruits and is a mentor to anyone who seeks his counsel.

What was the most challenging thing about being a soldier?

The thought of not making it back home to my family. But I had to push that thought aside and focus on the mission at hand.

What was the proudest moment in your career?

When I was awarded a medal for my service during the peacekeeping mission in Sudan. It was a reminder that my sacrifices were not in vain.