The following text is from our new online content mentor: Nonkululeko Godana. Find her online bio here at the ‘about us’ section

On a Saturday afternoon…

Was met with warm embrace by young strangers, who I’d later find would nestle in a place quite special in my heart. I was welcomed by the (ground)breaking voice of a gifted opera-enthusiast, a helpful hand – oozing of good manners and charm (offered to get me lunch). Sweet faces that allowed to be shy in front of them. I humbled myself to them upon experiencing the knowledge they possess. A profound scent of innocence fills their opinions.

So, we got to working on the BRT issues (an agenda they came up with – all on their own). They unravelled the social issues, right down to wrestling with the intricate political ones. Debate ensued. Conclusions made. Solutions provided. A podcast was born. Not without incredible amazement on my part -how they voiced the podcast and – with very little guidance (they didn’t really need it) edited and finalised the podcast.

I read their stories. I sense there exists a potent past and present in each one of them that makes them no ordinary kids. They are kids with, not just a longing for a better life; they’re kids with an unstoppable energy to DO what they need to to MAKE IT HAPPEN. I’m incredibly blessed to be sharing in these journeys of theirs. The limbs of my senses are applauding. I can’t wait for more…

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