We celebrate World Read Aloud Day every year by writing a special story in all 12 SA languages. This story is shared far and wide and we encourage caregivers to read this story to their children on the day.
Some of our campaigns
This is where Nal’ibali’s work on the ground comes to life, bringing the love of stories to children all over the country.
Some of our campaigns
World Read Aloud Day
Literacy Month
Literacy day and heritage month is celebrated in September and each year, Nal’ibali is celebrates the rich diversity of culture in South Africa, by reawakening a love of African stories
Mandela Month
During Mandela Month, Nal’ibali hosts reading-aloud sessions, and play-based learning activities and distributes reading materials together with partners across nine South African provinces.
World Book Day
Nal’ibali uses Book Day to highlight the importance of access to literacy materials in the mother tongue, and to distribute books across South Africa.
Drop Everything and Read
Nal’ibali sees D.E.A.R as an opportunity to foster a culture of reading for enjoyment at schools, home, preschool, and in communities. The campaign encourages caregivers, teachers, and reading club leaders to drop everything and immerse themselves and their children in the power of stories once a week.
Nal’ibali Supplement Month
June is Nal’ibali Newspaper Supplement Month. During the month, Nal’ibali celebrates the impact that the Nal’ibali Reading Supplement has in the lives of children in South Africa.
International Mother Language Day
Nal'ibali uses Mother Language Day to raise awareness about the importance of all 12 South African languages in literacy development
Men’s Literacy Imbizo
The Nal'ibali Men's Literacy Imbizo aims to upskill men in the literacy space and create a network of men who are interested in building a culture of reading for enjoyment in their communities. This platform provides a space where men can engage in issues affecting them as reading roles and share tips on how to grow as literacy activists. Nal'ibali provides support for the Men's Literacy Imbizo members through literacy training, events, and creating more platforms where they can communicate with each other.