All Quotes

"If the foundation is already built at home and we have readers and books at home, we’re more guaranteed to build children who are lifelong learners, curious, and find comfort in books"

"You don’t need to have a group of people with you in order to enjoy reading"

"We need our children and the community to appreciate how far we have come, what has changed, and what needs to be done so that we can better care for the lives of our children"

"Soweto hosted the historical fathers of our continent, from Nelson Mandela to Desmond Tutu. There is a rich vein of history that needs to be constantly told so that we do not risk forgetting their efforts"

"there is a lot untapped potential in African literature"

"Supporting our local literary talent is of utmost importance to me"

"As much as giving is an inherent human trait, it doesn’t come easy for some"

"We are for books and they are not for show"

"The pulse of the nation is represented through the select choices in non-fiction, and we strive for non-malalignment and othering by bringing in all voices, all forms of being into one melting pot"

"What’s yours is yours, regardless of age."

"I try not to conform and prefer to stay in my own world. I spend a lot of time alone, which allows me to hear my own voice more clearly and avoid getting caught up in industry noise. I’m still learning about this industry and don’t know it deeply, but I’ve realised it’s easy to get caught up in what everyone else is doing."

"I see people comparing themselves constantly. I remind myself, this is my journey and I need to honour it."

"Maybe it’s wise, maybe it’s not. Sometimes you do really need to secure the bag, but if there’s one thing I want to keep, it’s my integrity."

"However, I also realise that sometimes you do have to take on projects that don’t perfectly align with your values. In those cases, I think it’s important to find my “why”. I need to find a way to connect with it somehow. This helps me maintain a sense of purpose and integrity, even in situations where I have to compromise."

"When I’m working, I stay centred by meditating and prioritising breathing – breath is life."

"I often hear questions about opportunities for women and whether there’s equality. I feel these questions should also be directed at the men in the industry who are in charge of allocating opportunities. It would be interesting to hear their perspectives and how they think we can move forward towards equality."

"Realistically, men have held many of these influential positions for years, which can limit access for women. I don’t like that reality; but given the current climate, it’s crucial for women to support each other and create our own opportunities."

"Women need to rely on each other more and be open to being relied on, as we are the best advocates for our own success."

"The future, I am just happy to take one step at a time. I’ve learnt to be patient with myself and trust my journey. So wherever God is going to place me next is where I will be next."

"Because of social media, everything is so available."

"The album is like taking pages from my diary and choosing what I want to say, but it’s basically about my life"

"I think the formula is just being honest and sincere"

"I hate listening to myself because I hear all the things that I could have done better."

"When I have nothing to say, i don't see the need to make noise."

"The responsibility of having someone who is reliant on you for everything is both totally awe-inspiring and overwhelming all at the same time."

"People say I appear unfriendly, but I’m really not – I think I’m one of the friendliest people in the world."

"There’s been this need for women in particular to have a soft life, but how to get that soft life has just been twisted, especially with the erosion of the family unit."

"Whether you’re selling your soul, body or mind, we’ve all found ourselves in a race where everybody is selling something in exchange for that soft life."

"My father insisted that I read history books in my spare time, and that shaped my life in many ways."

"I was fascinated by people appearing on the screen, and I loved the escapism that it gave me."

"Being a mom is… a wonderful gift and an opportunity to appreciate unconditional love."

"My advice to other moms would be… to cherish every moment and become aware of the great responsibility we have as first educators of the next generation."

"A love story is a story that I think almost anyone can relate to, a love story is universal and I think that allows audiences to really invest in the world we have created and pick up on the racial injustices and social injustices the characters face based on the colour of people’s skin. I think a love story gives people a way into that."

"To remain true to yourself and the things that you believe in and to do projects that really resonate with you. If something is for you it will be for you, and if it’s not then it’s not, trust your gut and do the things you passionately feel will make a difference."

"If everyone acknowledges the privilege certain people have, it’s up to those people as well to help push the agenda forward."

"Prior to reading Malorie’s books I had never heard of a world that existed where Africans were the ruling class. It was unique and it made me feel warm inside, to imagine a world where this could be a possibility."

"In the past, African culture hasn’t been as respected or honoured in the way this drama displays. I feel so proud to be a part of something where African culture is put on a pedestal."

"The mental picture of what could happen if I scored was what kept me believing and focused within those few secondsn"

"It’s easier to align yourself in your life and career when you know what you want, so you’re not overwhelmed."

"I feel like often the perception about people in public life or celebrities is that, it’s glamorous and all of that, but it’s actually a lot of hard work, a lot of criticism and self-doubt."

"I feel a lot of times in the pursuit of trying to tell African stories, we want to glamorise the real pain and trauma we go through as a continent, and I think that this story was so powerful — it’s about these girls in Goma who faced horrific challenges in their life, and they’re quite young. They use boxing as a method to take out that frustration and find strength."

"I believe in being authentic, and I spend a lot of time with myself, which helps me live from a truthful place."

"It’s purpose-driven, and I believe in that. I won’t do anything for money, fame or popularity. It has to sit well with me and my spirit, so when I had the initial conversation with the brand, our energy matched instantly."

"I have always found strength through my son, despite my busy schedule I celebrate being a mother and a professional player because it's not easy balancing in between."

"A typical day in my life is when I came back from maternity leave, balancing wasn't a walk in the park because every time I was thinking about my son when I left behind if he was okay or not and I ended up not full concentration in training, traveling days was my worst knowing that am going to leave my son behind for a while that, I use to call back every time but I’m grateful I picked up and got support from his dad"

"I do train age-grade kids, anytime I go for training I usually go with my son and he joins the under 9 years category, and when I have club games I normally go with him as he watches."

"To those mothers in sports, I would say it's never easy raising a family while in sports but never give up doing what you love because you are a mother, let your kids be the motivation towards your goals"

"I was emotional as I walked up to take the penalty kick"

"I believed we could win the final, and that mentality drove me as I approached the box"

"I concentrated on the ball, not the penalty kick itself. I told myself, 'This is our chance to take the lead.' Luckily, I scored, and it means the world to me and the team. I'm relieved I didn't disappoint"