Books

April 6, 2026

Book review 9: The Knock on the Door: The Story of the Detainees’ Parents Support Committee Terry Shakinovsky and Sharon Cort 

A reflection on memory, trauma and the lived realities of apartheid South Africa.
March 26, 2026

Book review 8: Breaking A Rainbow Building A Nation Rekgotsofetse Chikane 

Breaking a Rainbow, Building a Nation reminded me that my university journey was more than lectures and textbooks. This book is not just a reflection, it is a call for transformation.
March 19, 2026

Botlhale Insights: Why African Cities Are Growing and What Challenges They Face?

Cities across Africa are expanding at an unprecedented rate, offering both opportunity and complexity. As economic hubs continue to attract growing populations, they also face increasing pressure on infrastructure, housing and governance systems. This article explores the realities of urbanisation through the lens of Johannesburg, examining the challenges shaping the city today and what they reveal about the future of urban governance in South Africa.
March 11, 2026

Book review 7: The Secret Lives of Baba Segi’s Wives Lola Shoneyin

Secrets have consequences.
March 10, 2026

Book review 6: Brutal School Ties, The Parktown Boys’ Tragedy Sam Cowen

Sometimes the hardest stories are the ones we need to confront.
March 4, 2026

Running Through Pain: My Journey with Adenomyosis

The fear was real. The pain was real. But so is my dream.
February 22, 2026

Book review 5: The Dating Playbook: How To Win at Mjolo and Love– Dudu Nhlabathi-Madonsela

The Dating Playbook by Dudu Nhlabathi-Madonsela is not your typical "how to get a man" book.
February 21, 2026

Book review 4: Eat Pray Love, One Woman’s Search for Everything Elizabeth Gilbert 

I judged her in my twenties. I understand her in my thirties.
February 12, 2026

Book review 3: Man’s Search For Meaning Viktore Frankl

Your life has meaning. Even now.
February 10, 2026

Book review 2: Welcome to Financial Freedom Ntando Maseko

Freedom begins with acceptance. With unlearning unhealthy habits. With choosing growth, even when it feels uncomfortable.
February 3, 2026

Submission at 500 metres: What My Second Marathon Taught Me About Trust

I didn't plan for January. January chose me. And my second marathon taught me that sometimes growth begins with surrender.
January 19, 2026

Book review 1: From Predator to Prey Letlhokwa George Mpedi

Leadership is nor about dominance-it is about responsibility. Nature already understands this. It's time we do too.

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