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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 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.
  • 🎥 This Father’s Day, we are proud to celebrate the fathers and father figures who have left a lasting imprint on the lives of our Nal’ibalians.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who participated by sharing their stories, memories, and life lessons. Your reflections remind us of the invaluable role that fathers, grandfathers, uncles, mentors, and other father figures play in nurturing, guiding, and inspiring future generations.

To all the men who lead with love, wisdom, and compassion, Happy Father’s Day. 

👉🏾 Watch the full video and be inspired by the lessons and stories that have shaped the lives of the Nal’ibali family:
https://youtu.be/_R1x5p5FHSI

What is the most important lesson your father or a father figure has taught you? We’d love to hear from you. Send us a short video sharing your story and how that lesson has influenced your life.

#FathersDay #FamilyLiteracy #MensLiteracyImbizo #Nalibali #ItStartsWithAStory
  • Happy Father’s Day to all fathers, grandfathers, uncles, brothers, mentors, and father figures who nurture, guide, and inspire the children in their lives. 

Today, we celebrate the men who have shared stories, encouraged learning, offered wisdom, and helped shape the futures of the next generation.

Keep an eye on our social media channels this morning for a special video celebrating the father figures who have made a lasting impact on the lives of our Nal’ibalians.

#FathersDay #Nalibali #ItStartsWithAStory #ReadingForEnjoyment #StoryPower
  • Fathers and Mentors Champion Reading and Positive Masculinity in Polokwane.

Today, the Nal’ibali Limpopo team, led by Lebogang Dunster, in partnership with the Polokwane Municipality Cultural Desk, successfully hosted a Fathers Day celebration at the Polokwane Art Museum.

The gathering brought together fathers, mentors, community leaders and young people for enriching conversations on positive masculinity, leadership and the important role of reading in strengthening families and communities.

We extend our heartfelt appreciation to Mr Mosimaneotsile Madoc Mohlake, an academic, whose insightful presentation sparked meaningful dialogue and inspired reflection among attendees.

Thank you to everyone who joined us in honouring the invaluable role that fathers and father figures play in nurturing a love of reading, learning and lifelong growth.

#FathersDay #MensLiteracyImbizo  #ReadingForEnjoyment #Nalibali #ItStartsWithAStory
  • [Happening Now]

Together with the Polokwane Municipality Cultural Desk, we are celebrating fathers and male caregivers through stories, reading, chess and other games at the Polokwane City Library and Art Museum.

We’re also honoured to be joined by guest speaker Mosimaneotsile Madoc Mohlake, who is sharing insights on the important role fathers and male role models play in children’s learning and development.

#FathersDay #Nalibali #ItStartsWithAStory #ReadingForEnjoyment #PlayAndLearnTogether
🎥 This Father’s Day, we are proud to celebrate the fathers and father figures who have left a lasting imprint on the lives of our Nal’ibalians.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who participated by sharing their stories, memories, and life lessons. Your reflections remind us of the invaluable role that fathers, grandfathers, uncles, mentors, and other father figures play in nurturing, guiding, and inspiring future generations.

To all the men who lead with love, wisdom, and compassion, Happy Father’s Day. 

👉🏾 Watch the full video and be inspired by the lessons and stories that have shaped the lives of the Nal’ibali family:
https://youtu.be/_R1x5p5FHSI

What is the most important lesson your father or a father figure has taught you? We’d love to hear from you. Send us a short video sharing your story and how that lesson has influenced your life.

#FathersDay #FamilyLiteracy #MensLiteracyImbizo #Nalibali #ItStartsWithAStory
🎥 This Father’s Day, we are proud to celebrate the fathers and father figures who have left a lasting imprint on the lives of our Nal’ibalians. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who participated by sharing their stories, memories, and life lessons. Your reflections remind us of the invaluable role that fathers, grandfathers, uncles, mentors, and other father figures play in nurturing, guiding, and inspiring future generations. To all the men who lead with love, wisdom, and compassion, Happy Father’s Day. 👉🏾 Watch the full video and be inspired by the lessons and stories that have shaped the lives of the Nal’ibali family: https://youtu.be/_R1x5p5FHSI What is the most important lesson your father or a father figure has taught you? We’d love to hear from you. Send us a short video sharing your story and how that lesson has influenced your life. #FathersDay #FamilyLiteracy #MensLiteracyImbizo #Nalibali #ItStartsWithAStory
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Happy Father’s Day to all fathers, grandfathers, uncles, brothers, mentors, and father figures who nurture, guide, and inspire the children in their lives. 

Today, we celebrate the men who have shared stories, encouraged learning, offered wisdom, and helped shape the futures of the next generation.

Keep an eye on our social media channels this morning for a special video celebrating the father figures who have made a lasting impact on the lives of our Nal’ibalians.

#FathersDay #Nalibali #ItStartsWithAStory #ReadingForEnjoyment #StoryPower
Happy Father’s Day to all fathers, grandfathers, uncles, brothers, mentors, and father figures who nurture, guide, and inspire the children in their lives. Today, we celebrate the men who have shared stories, encouraged learning, offered wisdom, and helped shape the futures of the next generation. Keep an eye on our social media channels this morning for a special video celebrating the father figures who have made a lasting impact on the lives of our Nal’ibalians. #FathersDay #Nalibali #ItStartsWithAStory #ReadingForEnjoyment #StoryPower
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Fathers and Mentors Champion Reading and Positive Masculinity in Polokwane.

Today, the Nal’ibali Limpopo team, led by Lebogang Dunster, in partnership with the Polokwane Municipality Cultural Desk, successfully hosted a Fathers Day celebration at the Polokwane Art Museum.

The gathering brought together fathers, mentors, community leaders and young people for enriching conversations on positive masculinity, leadership and the important role of reading in strengthening families and communities.

We extend our heartfelt appreciation to Mr Mosimaneotsile Madoc Mohlake, an academic, whose insightful presentation sparked meaningful dialogue and inspired reflection among attendees.

Thank you to everyone who joined us in honouring the invaluable role that fathers and father figures play in nurturing a love of reading, learning and lifelong growth.

#FathersDay #MensLiteracyImbizo  #ReadingForEnjoyment #Nalibali #ItStartsWithAStory
Fathers and Mentors Champion Reading and Positive Masculinity in Polokwane.

Today, the Nal’ibali Limpopo team, led by Lebogang Dunster, in partnership with the Polokwane Municipality Cultural Desk, successfully hosted a Fathers Day celebration at the Polokwane Art Museum.

The gathering brought together fathers, mentors, community leaders and young people for enriching conversations on positive masculinity, leadership and the important role of reading in strengthening families and communities.

We extend our heartfelt appreciation to Mr Mosimaneotsile Madoc Mohlake, an academic, whose insightful presentation sparked meaningful dialogue and inspired reflection among attendees.

Thank you to everyone who joined us in honouring the invaluable role that fathers and father figures play in nurturing a love of reading, learning and lifelong growth.

#FathersDay #MensLiteracyImbizo  #ReadingForEnjoyment #Nalibali #ItStartsWithAStory
Fathers and Mentors Champion Reading and Positive Masculinity in Polokwane. Today, the Nal’ibali Limpopo team, led by Lebogang Dunster, in partnership with the Polokwane Municipality Cultural Desk, successfully hosted a Fathers Day celebration at the Polokwane Art Museum. The gathering brought together fathers, mentors, community leaders and young people for enriching conversations on positive masculinity, leadership and the important role of reading in strengthening families and communities. We extend our heartfelt appreciation to Mr Mosimaneotsile Madoc Mohlake, an academic, whose insightful presentation sparked meaningful dialogue and inspired reflection among attendees. Thank you to everyone who joined us in honouring the invaluable role that fathers and father figures play in nurturing a love of reading, learning and lifelong growth. #FathersDay #MensLiteracyImbizo #ReadingForEnjoyment #Nalibali #ItStartsWithAStory
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[Happening Now]

Together with the Polokwane Municipality Cultural Desk, we are celebrating fathers and male caregivers through stories, reading, chess and other games at the Polokwane City Library and Art Museum.

We’re also honoured to be joined by guest speaker Mosimaneotsile Madoc Mohlake, who is sharing insights on the important role fathers and male role models play in children’s learning and development.

#FathersDay #Nalibali #ItStartsWithAStory #ReadingForEnjoyment #PlayAndLearnTogether
[Happening Now]

Together with the Polokwane Municipality Cultural Desk, we are celebrating fathers and male caregivers through stories, reading, chess and other games at the Polokwane City Library and Art Museum.

We’re also honoured to be joined by guest speaker Mosimaneotsile Madoc Mohlake, who is sharing insights on the important role fathers and male role models play in children’s learning and development.

#FathersDay #Nalibali #ItStartsWithAStory #ReadingForEnjoyment #PlayAndLearnTogether
[Happening Now]

Together with the Polokwane Municipality Cultural Desk, we are celebrating fathers and male caregivers through stories, reading, chess and other games at the Polokwane City Library and Art Museum.

We’re also honoured to be joined by guest speaker Mosimaneotsile Madoc Mohlake, who is sharing insights on the important role fathers and male role models play in children’s learning and development.

#FathersDay #Nalibali #ItStartsWithAStory #ReadingForEnjoyment #PlayAndLearnTogether
[Happening Now]

Together with the Polokwane Municipality Cultural Desk, we are celebrating fathers and male caregivers through stories, reading, chess and other games at the Polokwane City Library and Art Museum.

We’re also honoured to be joined by guest speaker Mosimaneotsile Madoc Mohlake, who is sharing insights on the important role fathers and male role models play in children’s learning and development.

#FathersDay #Nalibali #ItStartsWithAStory #ReadingForEnjoyment #PlayAndLearnTogether
[Happening Now]

Together with the Polokwane Municipality Cultural Desk, we are celebrating fathers and male caregivers through stories, reading, chess and other games at the Polokwane City Library and Art Museum.

We’re also honoured to be joined by guest speaker Mosimaneotsile Madoc Mohlake, who is sharing insights on the important role fathers and male role models play in children’s learning and development.

#FathersDay #Nalibali #ItStartsWithAStory #ReadingForEnjoyment #PlayAndLearnTogether
[Happening Now] Together with the Polokwane Municipality Cultural Desk, we are celebrating fathers and male caregivers through stories, reading, chess and other games at the Polokwane City Library and Art Museum. We’re also honoured to be joined by guest speaker Mosimaneotsile Madoc Mohlake, who is sharing insights on the important role fathers and male role models play in children’s learning and development. #FathersDay #Nalibali #ItStartsWithAStory #ReadingForEnjoyment #PlayAndLearnTogether
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Call for Indigenous Language Stories

Nal’ibali is calling on writers to submit new, original children’s stories in indigenous African languages!

Stories in indigenous South African languages give more children access to stories in their mother tongue.

(Stories in English and Afrikaans may also be submitted We are not offering prizes for them because we want to encourage writing in indigenous African languages during this campaign. Your contributions are always highly appreciated!)