GROWING THE LOVE FOR STORIES & READING

Africa Day is almost here! We’re inviting children to celebrate through storytelling. Read a page in any African language. Share a proverb or saying. Tell us what it means to you. Record your video and send it before Africa Day and we will post them on all our social media platforms. Send entries to: +27 63 691 9688. Keep it clear, bright, quiet, and record in landscape format. Let’s celebrate Africa through children’s voices, languages, and stories!

Watch this powerful snippet from Boni Mahlinza as he shares what to expect at the 6th Men’s Literacy Imbizo on 29 May. Get ready for meaningful conversations, inspiration, and practical ways men can help nurture a stronger culture of reading and learning for children. Register here: https://streamyard.com/watch/4ES4Ngrn39Xk #MensLiteracyImbizo #Nalibali #LiteracyMatters

A new crop of African leadership is emerging, rooted in literacy, storytelling, social cohesion and people-centred change. We are proud to celebrate our Executive Director, @troklorato, on her nomination for the 2026 AMHROA Pan-African Mental Health Leadership & Excellence Award. This recognition shines a light on a new generation of African leaders who are shaping the continent’s future through bold, inclusive and transformative leadership. Lorato represents a leadership model grounded in impact, empathy and human development. Through her work in the literacy space, she has championed children’s reading, multilingual storytelling and community-led literacy initiatives that expand access to learning, imagination and opportunity for thousands of children and families. As an accomplished writer, she understands the power of stories to build empathy, strengthen identity and inspire social change. Her leadership also extends into national civic life through her role as a member of the Eminent Persons Group, tasked with guiding and promoting South Africa’s society-wide National Dialogue, helping shape conversations about the country’s future, unity and shared vision. Her nomination reflects a growing understanding that African leadership is not only defined by titles or institutions, but by leaders who are building more literate, connected, resilient and mentally healthier societies. The award will be presented during the two-day AMHROA 2026 Continental Summit. Join the conversation on the future of African leadership and attend virtually: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc34JID8brRBG_eYHFbnNB9Mf3RebTm3nMjWQiZ0WutNQY65g/viewform #AMHROA2026 #Nalibali #LoratoTrok #AfricanLeadership #LiteracyLeadership #NationalDialogue

Want to attend our AGM but having trouble with the QR code? No problem! You can register directly using the link below: 🔗 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfF-guj3ZNGmS8aivBKr8JTAKNFBmpEMeyowzTehNpJnIciWA/viewform We look forward to having you join us!