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Nal’ibali (isiXhosa for “here’s the story”) is South Africa’s national reading-for-enjoyment campaign, inspiring children aged 0–12 to love reading with stories in all South African languages. By promoting home languages, Nal’ibali helps children build literacy skills and develop a lifelong reading culture. Adults play a key role in nurturing this love of stories and supporting children’s growth.

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Nal'ibali is a reading-for-enjoyment campaign that sparks children's potential through storytelling and reading.
  • With the International Day of Sign Languages coming tomorrow, Nal'ibali proudly celebrates the rich linguistic heritage of all sign language communities! WATCH our Young Nal'ibali Storytellers as they share the story "The boy who wanted more" in South African Sign Language with the children in your life. 

Supporting young storytellers as they begin their journey can provide a solid foundation for them to grow and thrive in their personal, academic, and professional lives. Nal'ibali assists young storytellers by increasing access to reading materials in their mother tongue, offering mentorship, and creating spaces for sharing stories.

Nal'ibali needs your help to sustain initiatives like the Young Nal'ibali Storytellers. Donate on the link in the bio. 

#SASL #southafricansignlanguages #Nalibali #literacy #storytelling #education ##literacymonth
  • Our Nal'ibali WhatsApp platform is back online! To access a variety of written and audio African children's stories from Nal'ibali in 11 official South African languages, simply send a WhatsApp message with the word "stories" to 060 044 2254 and follow the instructions provided on the platform. 

 #Nalibali #Literacy #stories #education #readingforenjoyment #digitalstories #childrensstories #africanstories
  • The Nal'ibali-@trevornoahfoundation Literacy Project, in collaboration with Freedom Primary School, Imperial, and Motus Community Trust, hosted a literacy event in preparation for the Literacy Month Spelling Bee competition on 22 September 2025.  The event, which took the shape of a DEAR (Drop Everything and Read) session, created an engaging learning environment where learners participated in storytelling, spelling bees, and reading aloud.  Learners were given storybooks to help them enjoy engaging stories after the session.

The programme emphasised the value of teamwork in promoting literacy, increasing access to reading resources, and empowering children via storytelling and reading. Nal'ibali prides itself in partnering with organisations in the literacy space, government, and individuals. Find out how you can contribute to growing in South Africa on the Nal'ibali weebsite.

 #readingmaterials #education #LiteracyMonth #empoweringyoungminds #education #storytelling #literacy #africanchildrenstories #childrenstories #africanlanguages #readingforenjoyment #africanstories #literacymonth2025
  • To increase access to children's reading materials in African languages and empower children through storytelling, Nal'ibali produces the Nal'ibali Reading Supplement, which supports reading clubs, schools, and caregivers throughout South Africa.

Filled with stories and literacy activities for children, along with literacy tips, Edition 219 of the Nal'ibali reading supplement has all the resources you need to celebrate Literacy Month with the children in your home, school, or community. 

Download Edition 219 of the Nal'ibali reading supplement on the link in the bio.

#NalibaliReadingSupplement #readingmaterials #education #LiteracyMonth #empoweringyoungminds #education #storytelling #literacy #africanchildrenstories #childrenstories #africanlanguages #readingforenjoyment #africanstories #literacymonth2025
With the International Day of Sign Languages coming tomorrow, Nal'ibali proudly celebrates the rich linguistic heritage of all sign language communities! WATCH our Young Nal'ibali Storytellers as they share the story "The boy who wanted more" in South African Sign Language with the children in your life. Supporting young storytellers as they begin their journey can provide a solid foundation for them to grow and thrive in their personal, academic, and professional lives. Nal'ibali assists young storytellers by increasing access to reading materials in their mother tongue, offering mentorship, and creating spaces for sharing stories. Nal'ibali needs your help to sustain initiatives like the Young Nal'ibali Storytellers. Donate on the link in the bio. #SASL #southafricansignlanguages #Nalibali #literacy #storytelling #education ##literacymonth
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Our Nal'ibali WhatsApp platform is back online! To access a variety of written and audio African children's stories from Nal'ibali in 11 official South African languages, simply send a WhatsApp message with the word "stories" to 060 044 2254 and follow the instructions provided on the platform. 

 #Nalibali #Literacy #stories #education #readingforenjoyment #digitalstories #childrensstories #africanstories
Our Nal'ibali WhatsApp platform is back online! To access a variety of written and audio African children's stories from Nal'ibali in 11 official South African languages, simply send a WhatsApp message with the word "stories" to 060 044 2254 and follow the instructions provided on the platform. #Nalibali #Literacy #stories #education #readingforenjoyment #digitalstories #childrensstories #africanstories
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The Nal'ibali-@trevornoahfoundation Literacy Project, in collaboration with Freedom Primary School, Imperial, and Motus Community Trust, hosted a literacy event in preparation for the Literacy Month Spelling Bee competition on 22 September 2025.  The event, which took the shape of a DEAR (Drop Everything and Read) session, created an engaging learning environment where learners participated in storytelling, spelling bees, and reading aloud.  Learners were given storybooks to help them enjoy engaging stories after the session.

The programme emphasised the value of teamwork in promoting literacy, increasing access to reading resources, and empowering children via storytelling and reading. Nal'ibali prides itself in partnering with organisations in the literacy space, government, and individuals. Find out how you can contribute to growing in South Africa on the Nal'ibali weebsite.

 #readingmaterials #education #LiteracyMonth #empoweringyoungminds #education #storytelling #literacy #africanchildrenstories #childrenstories #africanlanguages #readingforenjoyment #africanstories #literacymonth2025
The Nal'ibali-@trevornoahfoundation Literacy Project, in collaboration with Freedom Primary School, Imperial, and Motus Community Trust, hosted a literacy event in preparation for the Literacy Month Spelling Bee competition on 22 September 2025.  The event, which took the shape of a DEAR (Drop Everything and Read) session, created an engaging learning environment where learners participated in storytelling, spelling bees, and reading aloud.  Learners were given storybooks to help them enjoy engaging stories after the session.

The programme emphasised the value of teamwork in promoting literacy, increasing access to reading resources, and empowering children via storytelling and reading. Nal'ibali prides itself in partnering with organisations in the literacy space, government, and individuals. Find out how you can contribute to growing in South Africa on the Nal'ibali weebsite.

 #readingmaterials #education #LiteracyMonth #empoweringyoungminds #education #storytelling #literacy #africanchildrenstories #childrenstories #africanlanguages #readingforenjoyment #africanstories #literacymonth2025
The Nal'ibali-@trevornoahfoundation Literacy Project, in collaboration with Freedom Primary School, Imperial, and Motus Community Trust, hosted a literacy event in preparation for the Literacy Month Spelling Bee competition on 22 September 2025.  The event, which took the shape of a DEAR (Drop Everything and Read) session, created an engaging learning environment where learners participated in storytelling, spelling bees, and reading aloud.  Learners were given storybooks to help them enjoy engaging stories after the session.

The programme emphasised the value of teamwork in promoting literacy, increasing access to reading resources, and empowering children via storytelling and reading. Nal'ibali prides itself in partnering with organisations in the literacy space, government, and individuals. Find out how you can contribute to growing in South Africa on the Nal'ibali weebsite.

 #readingmaterials #education #LiteracyMonth #empoweringyoungminds #education #storytelling #literacy #africanchildrenstories #childrenstories #africanlanguages #readingforenjoyment #africanstories #literacymonth2025
The Nal'ibali-@trevornoahfoundation Literacy Project, in collaboration with Freedom Primary School, Imperial, and Motus Community Trust, hosted a literacy event in preparation for the Literacy Month Spelling Bee competition on 22 September 2025.  The event, which took the shape of a DEAR (Drop Everything and Read) session, created an engaging learning environment where learners participated in storytelling, spelling bees, and reading aloud.  Learners were given storybooks to help them enjoy engaging stories after the session.

The programme emphasised the value of teamwork in promoting literacy, increasing access to reading resources, and empowering children via storytelling and reading. Nal'ibali prides itself in partnering with organisations in the literacy space, government, and individuals. Find out how you can contribute to growing in South Africa on the Nal'ibali weebsite.

 #readingmaterials #education #LiteracyMonth #empoweringyoungminds #education #storytelling #literacy #africanchildrenstories #childrenstories #africanlanguages #readingforenjoyment #africanstories #literacymonth2025
The Nal'ibali-@trevornoahfoundation Literacy Project, in collaboration with Freedom Primary School, Imperial, and Motus Community Trust, hosted a literacy event in preparation for the Literacy Month Spelling Bee competition on 22 September 2025.  The event, which took the shape of a DEAR (Drop Everything and Read) session, created an engaging learning environment where learners participated in storytelling, spelling bees, and reading aloud.  Learners were given storybooks to help them enjoy engaging stories after the session.

The programme emphasised the value of teamwork in promoting literacy, increasing access to reading resources, and empowering children via storytelling and reading. Nal'ibali prides itself in partnering with organisations in the literacy space, government, and individuals. Find out how you can contribute to growing in South Africa on the Nal'ibali weebsite.

 #readingmaterials #education #LiteracyMonth #empoweringyoungminds #education #storytelling #literacy #africanchildrenstories #childrenstories #africanlanguages #readingforenjoyment #africanstories #literacymonth2025
The Nal'ibali-@trevornoahfoundation Literacy Project, in collaboration with Freedom Primary School, Imperial, and Motus Community Trust, hosted a literacy event in preparation for the Literacy Month Spelling Bee competition on 22 September 2025. The event, which took the shape of a DEAR (Drop Everything and Read) session, created an engaging learning environment where learners participated in storytelling, spelling bees, and reading aloud. Learners were given storybooks to help them enjoy engaging stories after the session. The programme emphasised the value of teamwork in promoting literacy, increasing access to reading resources, and empowering children via storytelling and reading. Nal'ibali prides itself in partnering with organisations in the literacy space, government, and individuals. Find out how you can contribute to growing in South Africa on the Nal'ibali weebsite. #readingmaterials #education #LiteracyMonth #empoweringyoungminds #education #storytelling #literacy #africanchildrenstories #childrenstories #africanlanguages #readingforenjoyment #africanstories #literacymonth2025
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To increase access to children's reading materials in African languages and empower children through storytelling, Nal'ibali produces the Nal'ibali Reading Supplement, which supports reading clubs, schools, and caregivers throughout South Africa.

Filled with stories and literacy activities for children, along with literacy tips, Edition 219 of the Nal'ibali reading supplement has all the resources you need to celebrate Literacy Month with the children in your home, school, or community. 

Download Edition 219 of the Nal'ibali reading supplement on the link in the bio.

#NalibaliReadingSupplement #readingmaterials #education #LiteracyMonth #empoweringyoungminds #education #storytelling #literacy #africanchildrenstories #childrenstories #africanlanguages #readingforenjoyment #africanstories #literacymonth2025
To increase access to children's reading materials in African languages and empower children through storytelling, Nal'ibali produces the Nal'ibali Reading Supplement, which supports reading clubs, schools, and caregivers throughout South Africa.

Filled with stories and literacy activities for children, along with literacy tips, Edition 219 of the Nal'ibali reading supplement has all the resources you need to celebrate Literacy Month with the children in your home, school, or community. 

Download Edition 219 of the Nal'ibali reading supplement on the link in the bio.

#NalibaliReadingSupplement #readingmaterials #education #LiteracyMonth #empoweringyoungminds #education #storytelling #literacy #africanchildrenstories #childrenstories #africanlanguages #readingforenjoyment #africanstories #literacymonth2025
To increase access to children's reading materials in African languages and empower children through storytelling, Nal'ibali produces the Nal'ibali Reading Supplement, which supports reading clubs, schools, and caregivers throughout South Africa.

Filled with stories and literacy activities for children, along with literacy tips, Edition 219 of the Nal'ibali reading supplement has all the resources you need to celebrate Literacy Month with the children in your home, school, or community. 

Download Edition 219 of the Nal'ibali reading supplement on the link in the bio.

#NalibaliReadingSupplement #readingmaterials #education #LiteracyMonth #empoweringyoungminds #education #storytelling #literacy #africanchildrenstories #childrenstories #africanlanguages #readingforenjoyment #africanstories #literacymonth2025
To increase access to children's reading materials in African languages and empower children through storytelling, Nal'ibali produces the Nal'ibali Reading Supplement, which supports reading clubs, schools, and caregivers throughout South Africa.

Filled with stories and literacy activities for children, along with literacy tips, Edition 219 of the Nal'ibali reading supplement has all the resources you need to celebrate Literacy Month with the children in your home, school, or community. 

Download Edition 219 of the Nal'ibali reading supplement on the link in the bio.

#NalibaliReadingSupplement #readingmaterials #education #LiteracyMonth #empoweringyoungminds #education #storytelling #literacy #africanchildrenstories #childrenstories #africanlanguages #readingforenjoyment #africanstories #literacymonth2025
To increase access to children's reading materials in African languages and empower children through storytelling, Nal'ibali produces the Nal'ibali Reading Supplement, which supports reading clubs, schools, and caregivers throughout South Africa. Filled with stories and literacy activities for children, along with literacy tips, Edition 219 of the Nal'ibali reading supplement has all the resources you need to celebrate Literacy Month with the children in your home, school, or community. Download Edition 219 of the Nal'ibali reading supplement on the link in the bio. #NalibaliReadingSupplement #readingmaterials #education #LiteracyMonth #empoweringyoungminds #education #storytelling #literacy #africanchildrenstories #childrenstories #africanlanguages #readingforenjoyment #africanstories #literacymonth2025
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