Liyanda joined Career Wise late 2011 after graduating from the University of Johannesburg with a degree in Psychology/Industrial Psychology. He’s currently responsible for managing the South32 bursary scheme and vacation work/practical training, which was previously known as the BHP Billiton bursary scheme. He also manages the Petra Diamonds, EMV Africa, Letsema Khanyisa Bursary Support scheme and is responsible for the life skills programme.