Why Did I Become A Doctor South Africa

Black, Gay & Almost a Vet! From Humble Beginnings to Living the Good Life with Dr Leero Majority

Dr Yash Naidoo Season 1 Episode 9

From almost becoming a veterinarian to carving out a career in healthcare, Dr Leero Majority’s journey has been anything but conventional. In this raw and honest conversation, he opens up about his humble beginnings, his experiences as a Black gay man in South Africa, and the struggles and triumphs of working in a demanding profession.

🔹 The Call That Changed His Life – How a last-minute phone call pulled him out of vet school and set him on an entirely different path.
🔹 Surviving University Life – The cultural shock of studying at the University of Pretoria, navigating student life, and dealing with the unexpected divide in the classroom.
🔹 Finding Purpose in an Unforgiving System – Leero reflects on working in public healthcare, the challenges of under-resourcing, and why he sometimes feels his work is just a means to an end.
🔹 Personal Growth & Passion – From luxury fashion and travel to his love for mentoring young professionals, Leero shares what truly brings him joy.
🔹 Navigating Identity & Representation – The reality of being openly gay in healthcare, the challenges of acceptance, and why he believes it’s so important to be visible.
🔹 What’s Next? – Could teaching be his true calling? Leero reflects on his passion for mentorship and the impact he hopes to make.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone who’s ever questioned their career path, felt out of place, or wondered what it takes to truly live life on your own terms.