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Happy Birthday Mam Charlotte Maxeke! (7 April 1871). Hailed the "Mother of Black Freedom in South Africa" she is the first Black woman to earn a degree in South Africa, and continues to inspire generations to empower women and social conditions for all. Charlotte Maxeke: "This work is not for yourselves - kill that spirit of self, and do not live above your people but live with them. If you can rise, bring someone with you." In memory of your legacy, we share a reading of #HerStory read by business woman & bookworm Nomuntu Ndlovu, from our @HerStory/UmlandoWakhe publication that features 30 inspiring South African women. Febe Potgieter #ReadWriteAfrican #CharlotteMaxeke #easter #easterfriday Quote - SA History Online www.khalozabooks.com

Happy World Read Aloud Day! We are happy to share an incredible video sent by Bongiwe Nyoka, who took the time to create it for those children who do not have access to books. We are encouraging everyone during the month of February to share their videos with us so we can make a difference in the lives of those who don't have the privilege to access or read books. Thank you Bongiwe!!! #ReadWriteAfrican #readaloud

2022 Thriller Oct Writing Comp Winner
11 year old winner of our 2022 'Thriller October' short story competition Nobuntu Maphosa, listen to her story submission below. Congratulations Nobuntu, you will receive books and book vouchers worth R800! #ReadWriteAfrican #October2022 #reading

Lesego Matheatau, Youth Month BookTok Challenge
Lesego Matheatau shares favourite African authored book 'Bitches' Brew' by Fred Khumalo for our Youth Month BookTok Challenge! Join in by sharing a 15 second video reviewing/showcasing your favourite African authored book. Entries close 26th June 2022 #ReadWriteAfrican #booktok #YouthMonth #booklover

Youth Month
Thabo Matlhatsi shares favourite African authored book 'Black Diamond' by Zakes Mda for our Youth Month BookTok Challenge. Join in by sharing a 15 second video reviewing/showcasing your favourite African author. Entries close 26th June 2022 #ReadWriteAfrican #booktok #YouthMonth #booklover

Makanatsa Mafukidze, reviews 'The God Child' by Nana Oforiatta Ayim
Maka Mafukidze, shares her favourite African authored book 'The God Child' by Nana Oforiatta Ayim for our June month BookTok Challenge! 😍 #YouthMonth #ReadWriteAfrican #booktok #booklover

Bongiwe Nyoka, 12 years old - World Read Aloud Day
In the spirit of World Read Aloud Day, parents sent us videos of their children reading their favourite book, to inspire others to read, and as a gift to those who do not have access to books. A truly heartfelt thank you to all parents - should you wish to participate you can still do so. Email us at [email protected] or WhatsApp 0729479874. First up is 12 year old Bongiwe Nyoka, aka Bongiwe Apple Blossom. Listen & enjoy! Nokwanda Mchunu

Happy Youth Day South Africa! We asked the youth of SA about their favourite book, & what the title of their autobiography would be - watch & be inspired. By: Siphosethu Gumede Twitter: @Diphoo Instagram: gumedesiphosethu https://www.facebook.com/siphosethu.gumede #YouthDay2020 #ReadWriteAfrican

Happy Youth Day South Africa! We asked the youth of SA about their favourite book, & what the title of their autobiography would be - watch & be inspired. By: Lungelo Buthelezi/Soloyunico #YouthDay2020 #ReadWriteAfrican

Happy Youth Day South Africa! We asked the youth of SA about their favourite book, & what the title of their autobiography would be - watch & be inspired. By: Blessed Nyakarize Twitter: @Blessed77746411 Instagram: @blsdsart & @blsds_photograhy #YouthDay2020 #ReadWriteAfrican

Qiniso Khumalo, 24yrs old, shares #HisStory
Happy Youth Day South Africa! We asked the youth of SA about their favourite book, & what the title of their autobiography would be - watch & be inspired. By: Qiniso Khumalo #YouthDay2020 #ReadWriteAfrican

Britney Rodriguez, 18yrs,shares #HerStory
Happy Youth Day South Africa! We asked the youth of SA about their favourite book, & what the title of their autobiography would be - watch & be inspired. By: Britney Rodriguez Twitter:@BritneyR29 #YouthDay2020 #ReadWriteAfrican