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This is the story of Rosina Sedibane, who would grow up to be a record-breaking athlete in the 1970s --- until tragedy struck.As a young girl, Masegou could outrun all her fellow herders - even the boys - when they were chasing cows in the village. In rural Lebowa, Johannes could chase rabbits and catch them with his own hands....Running was always in the Sedibane blood, especially in that of Rosina, the couple's youngest daughter. But for a black girl child born in apartheid South Africa, life was never going to be easy - and the country's laws were designed to stand in the way of individual success

An inspiring story, based on the author’s childhood in Soweto in the 1970s. In spite of the bleak surroundings in the township, Nokuthula’s parents were able to maintain a joyful, celebratory home life. Sam van Riet’s lyrically gentle illustratio

It’s December in the Valley of a Thousand Hills - a time when people return from the cities, a time for swimming in the river and playing in the sun, a time for mangoes and new clothes. Outside Durban’s busy shops, Thando sees a strangely dressed man and learns that Father Christmas is a kind person who brings children presents. Will he bring Christmas presents to the children of her Valley? Or will Gogo’s magical story about Nomkhubulwane the rain goddess come true?

The African superhero is back! In this edition, Kwezi hones his superhuman abilities and accepts that his powers are to be used to save his homeland from evil forces. To accurately reflect Kwezi’s world and that of potential readers, the comic’s dialogue is peppered with street slang and pop culture references that place the story in a familiar context for young South Africans. In a recent conversation with Design Indaba, Mkize shared his motivation behind the unique series. “We have never had a superhero that looks like us and speaks like us and shares the same experiences and environment as us.”

This is an up-to-date and easy-to-use phrasebook that will have you communicating in Zulu in no time! Arranged by subject, it supplies a range of questions you may want to ask in Zulu, and the answers you may be given, for most occasions – from exchanging greetings to buying arts and crafts, asking directions, ordering food and talking about the weather. This is an excellent resource for visitors to South Africa as well as non-Zulu-speaking South Africans.

The beads jingle and jangle and sparkle. The girls giggle with glee! Mpumi and her friends discover magic in her hair and what begins as an ordinary school day in Joburg is suddenly full of adventure everywhere! Mpumi’s Magic Beads is a delightful story about friendship, self-esteem, discovery and beautiful hair in the big city of Joburg. It follows the sudden adventures of Mpumi, Asante and Tshiamo as they see the world around them from new heights and realise all of the fun waiting to be discovered outside of their classroom. This story is a great read for the whole family, especially children aged between 5 – 10 years old.

Naledi is a meerkat pup who gets lost and separated from her family. The humans caught her and put her in a cage! Meanwhile, her family keeps searching for her in the desert. There are lots of dangers when you are alone in the wild! Will Naledi find her f

Meet the mammals, reptiles, insects and birds who populate the veld, desert, forests and ponds of South Africa. From the ant-eating aardvark to the zebra spitting cobra, there is a new friend on every page. Packed with vivid and charming illustrations and includes the scientific name of each animal.

Like many other places in the world, Southern Africa is becoming increasingly polyglot. If there is the notion of a rainbow nation, then the current diversity of languages resembles multicoloured confetti thrown in the air at a wedding. But not being able

Everyone is waiting for rain … See how things turn out for the local people and animals when rain finally arrives in the drought-stricken district of Riemvasmaak. Invigorating verse and joyful inspiration from indigenous cultures, by South African artist and writer Nicolaas Maritz. The United Nations Decade of Indigenous Languages will be launched in February 2022.

Qhawe! Mokgadi Caster Semenya is a delightful picture book for 8 to 12 year olds that tells the fantastic rise to gold medal glory of South African athletics hero, Caster Semenya. The book goes back in time to when winning was just a dream for 8-year-old Caster. How did Caster achieve her dreams? How did she go from being the fastest girl in her village to being the fastest in the world?

An inspiring story, based on the author’s childhood in Soweto in the 1970s. In spite of the bleak surroundings in the township, Nokuthula’s parents were able to maintain a joyful, celebratory home life. Sam van Riet’s lyrically gentle illustrations reflect the disconnect between the outside world and the happiness within the four walls of the family house. This book is an ode to the value of hope, love and close-knit family relationships.

All forms of counting, in any language, start with the basic units: 1, 2, 3… The artwork in this multilingual counting book features southern African wildlife, and numbers from 1 to 10 and then back again from 10 to 1. Each number is handily translated in

A delightful folk tale from the Northern Cape, and the very first children’s book to feature a story for children, in the N|uu language. This tale about Ostrich and Tortoise is written in N|uu, Afrikaans and English. Children will be inspired by the wily

Mpumi and Gogo share a special bond. They enjoy their time together - which often involves making meals together. When Gogo becomes ill and does not come back from the hospital, Mpumi is left with a very sad heart. Her friends and neighbours make a feast full of love to help Mpumi and her family remember Gogo in a special way.

What’s happening to Brunette? Bruises and a sore body ... the Siyagruvers are worried about her. Also, something is bugging Mncedisi – and it’s his livelihood that’s at stake.

Things are not going well for Regan. Something’s wrong. With Shelley by his side, he bravely decides he needs to seek help. Together they experience what it’s like to go to a public clinic. Regan tackles his problem head-on, but it’s the support of his fellow-Siyagruvers that pulls him through.

A new dancer joins the Siyagruva Scene for a short time. There’s a bit of rivalry between Brunette and the new girl Darcy. That’s not major, but her presence causes a problem with the hip hop competition they’ve entered for. It’s not her fault, but … what’s the solution? And how is Rashaad’s issue with his parents resolved?

Regan has been away for a whole term – and has he got some stories to tell! Brunette has an exciting audition to go to, but it turns out to be a day from hell. Do they get through these experiences – and stay themselves?