Betty Kakoma, a nominee for the esteemed SDG1 Advocate of the Year award, is a young journalist and humanitarian advocate. She currently serves as a presenter at Radio Christian Voice, where she tirelessly works towards building strong communities.
Her proactive involvement in initiatives advocating for sustainable development goals has been…
My name is Nolia Moshodi, and I am a mother and a passionate advocate for women’s health and well-being, especially for young African, Black, and Brown women. My journey into raising awareness and advocating for issues affecting women is deeply personal and profoundly shaped by my own experiences with…
Wow, I married at a very tender age, immediately after secondary school. Then, I quickly gained university admission, having so many dreams of what my life would look like. To my surprise, it turned into a nightmare. My laughter and glow turned to sorrow, pain, anguish, and regret. My…
All schools had closed countrywide, and students had gone home for the holidays. There was excitement everywhere since it was going to be a long break. On a Saturday morning, we prepared for a Sunday visit to a different church my sister had told us about. According to her…
My name is Mrs. S, and I am married to my husband, Mr. S. I am a 37-year-old coloured woman. I was born and raised in Cape Town but moved to Johannesburg in 2010 during the World Cup. I am the oldest of four sisters. My mom passed away…
A hue that’s rich and divine,
Blessed with beauty that’s truly one of a kind,
A shade that’s kissed by the sun,
A complexion that’s second to none.
Made with melanin, a pigment so fine,
A tapestry of shades, a true work of art,
A complexion that radiates from within,
A beauty that’s deeper than just…
Bracing yourself to find your purpose is really challenging, but it is nonetheless necessary if you
want to find yourself again.
The journey to self-discovery, self-awareness, and assertiveness requires discipline in letting go
of what you have always been accustomed to.
This journey requires a commitment to recognize, strategize, and reset.
I would like…
It’s not that easy,
This journey of my life.
Battling with my own flaws,
Losing, time after time,
Shattered into pieces.
In my grave, perhaps, I’ll find peace.
It’s not that easy,
This journey of my life.
Through gloomy seas, I’ve crossed,
Drowning in nostalgia,
And there I lost my last euphoria.
Half my wine spilt,
But I still hold the…
I have dedicated my life to helping people understand childhood trauma, redefine their perception of behaviour, and make tangible changes in their approaches. There’s truth and growth in pain, but only if it is brought out into the open. This is my story. I have often avoided my past,…