GROWING THE LOVE FOR STORIES & READING

Men, Stories & Real Conversations! What makes men step away from literacy spaces? Is it time, confidence, stigma… or something deeper? Join the conversation at the Men’s Literacy Imbizo Webinar as Molefe Mpesi, Zolani Mqatazana, and Athenkosi Fetman unpack the real challenges men face and share ideas on how we can keep men inspired, involved and leading literacy change in their communities. Expect honest insights, powerful stories and practical solutions. 🗓 30 March 2026 ⏰ 17:00 – 18:00 (SAST) Bring your voice, your thoughts and your passion for literacy. Because when men read, tell stories and support learning, communities grow stronger. Register and join us live on our social media platforms: https://streamyard.com/watch/EkmzKMKXQ38t #MensLiteracyImbizo #Nalibali #ItStartsWithAStory #LiteracyChampions #ReadingForChange

Join in us for the 4th Men’s Literacy Imbizo and hear from Zolani Mqatazana! Born and raised in the historic Duncan Village in East London, Zolani Mqatazana showed leadership from a young age, guided by his daring spirit and community involvement. A qualified educator, Zolani lectures in Communication at Buffalo City TVET College under the Department of Higher Education and Training. He also holds an Honours degree in Inclusive Education from the University of Fort Hare. In 2023, he founded Zolani M Networks: Touching and Impacting Lives, through which he continues to inspire communities by hosting men’s conferences such as “Your Father’s Love?” Don’t miss the chance to hear Zolani share his insights on leadership, literacy, and empowering young readers. #MensLiteracyImbizo #LeadershipInAction #InclusiveEducation #CommunityImpact

Meet Molefe Mpesi, a passionate literacy activist and community leader, who will be joining us as a panellist for the Men’s Literacy Imbizo, taking place virtually on Monday, 30 March 2026 at 17:00. Based in the Free State, Molefe brings 15 years of experience working with NGOs and supporting both rural and urban communities. He has strengthened school programs in the Thabo-Mofutsanyane district and reignited love for mother tongue languages in the Xhariep district. As a former Nal’ibali Literacy Mentor, Molefe co-authored a guide for parents on supporting children’s literacy during the COVID-19 pandemic and worked with the Free-State Arts Council to ensure indigenous languages thrive in modern education and technology. Beyond literacy, he is the founder of the “I See a Boy, I See My Son, I See Myself” anti-gang initiative, creating safer, more empowered spaces for young people. Watch Molefe share his insights in this video and join us at the Men’s Literacy Imbizo to explore the role men can play in promoting literacy and supporting young readers in our communities. #MensLiteracyImbizo #LiteracyChampion #Nalibali #FreeState #MotherTongueMatters

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