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Unlock a world of resources to support your teaching. Discover helpful guides, practical tips, and fun activity sheets to inspire young learners. Get involved and explore exciting ways to enhance the reading experience in our community.

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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.

World Read Aloud Day

We celebrate World Read Aloud Day every year by writing a special story in all 12 SA language…

Literacy Month

Literacy day and heritage month is celebrated in September and each year, Nal’ibali is celebrates the rich diversity of culture…

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.

Mandela Month

During Mandela Month, Nal’ibali hosts reading-aloud sessions, and play-based learning activities…

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. 

Nal’ibali Supplement Month

June is Nal’ibali Newspaper Supplement Month. During the month, Nal’ibali celebrates the impact that the Nal’ibali Reading…

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.

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

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Inspiration in Action

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  • Every story opens a new world. Every child deserves the chance to explore it. #Nalibali #ItStartsWithAStory #ReadingForEnjoyment
  • đź“ş Tomorrow on eNCA South Africa’s literacy crisis needs urgent action. Join Etienne Bramley, our Head of Programmes, Partnerships and Impact, in conversation with seasoned broadcaster @uvekarangappa on The South African Morning Weekend Edition on @encanews (DStv Channel 403). They’ll discuss the key findings from our 2025 Annual Report, why investing in children’s literacy matters, and how the power of stories is changing lives across South Africa. 🗓️ 26 July 2026 ⏰ 07:20 Be part of this important conversation. Every child deserves the opportunity to become a reader. #Nalibali #ItStartsWithAStory #Literacy #ReadingForEnjoyment #Storytelling
  • A powerful close to Mandela Month. Sakhisizwe Digital Education, powered by Ripples for Change, together with the National Youth Service and Nal’ibali, officially inducted reading volunteers in Lady Frere, Emalahleni District. This partnership is creating more than opportunities for young people. It is building sustainable livelihoods, creating employment and helping more children develop a lifelong love of reading. The programme launches in five pilot schools: đź“š Mzamomhle Primary School đź“š Agnes Senior Primary School đź“š iKamva Senior Primary School đź“š Komanasi Senior Primary School đź“š Gcobo Primary School A heartfelt thank you to Mr Ntoto and Mr Togu of Sakhisizwe for championing this partnership, and to the school principals, educators and communities for embracing this important initiative. Together, we’re creating lasting impact, one story at a time. #MandelaMonth #Nalibali #ReadingForEnjoyment #LiteracyMatters #ItStartsWithAStory
  • In the heart of Dlamini Village in the Cacadu District, the spirit of reading is thriving. The caregivers, children and educators of Nonesi SPS have taken it upon themselves to champion reading for enjoyment, proving that no community is too remote to nurture a lifelong love of stories. Their commitment is a powerful reminder that when communities come together around books, they open doors to brighter futures, one story at a time. #Nalibali #ReadingForEnjoyment #ItStartsWithAStory #Literacy #CommunityLiteracy
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Every story opens a new world. Every child deserves the chance to explore it. #Nalibali #ItStartsWithAStory #ReadingForEnjoyment
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Every story opens a new world. Every child deserves the chance to explore it. #Nalibali #ItStartsWithAStory #ReadingForEnjoyment
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📺 Tomorrow on eNCA South Africa’s literacy crisis needs urgent action. Join Etienne Bramley, our Head of Programmes, Partnerships and Impact, in conversation with seasoned broadcaster @uvekarangappa on The South African Morning Weekend Edition on @encanews (DStv Channel 403). They’ll discuss the key findings from our 2025 Annual Report, why investing in children’s literacy matters, and how the power of stories is changing lives across South Africa. 🗓️ 26 July 2026 ⏰ 07:20 Be part of this important conversation. Every child deserves the opportunity to become a reader. #Nalibali #ItStartsWithAStory #Literacy #ReadingForEnjoyment #Storytelling
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📺 Tomorrow on eNCA South Africa’s literacy crisis needs urgent action. Join Etienne Bramley, our Head of Programmes, Partnerships and Impact, in conversation with seasoned broadcaster @uvekarangappa on The South African Morning Weekend Edition on @encanews (DStv Channel 403). They’ll discuss the key findings from our 2025 Annual Report, why investing in children’s literacy matters, and how the power of stories is changing lives across South Africa. 🗓️ 26 July 2026 ⏰ 07:20 Be part of this important conversation. Every child deserves the opportunity to become a reader. #Nalibali #ItStartsWithAStory #Literacy #ReadingForEnjoyment #Storytelling
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A powerful close to Mandela Month. Sakhisizwe Digital Education, powered by Ripples for Change, together with the National Youth Service and Nal’ibali, officially inducted reading volunteers in Lady Frere, Emalahleni District. This partnership is creating more than opportunities for young people. It is building sustainable livelihoods, creating employment and helping more children develop a lifelong love of reading. The programme launches in five pilot schools: 📚 Mzamomhle Primary School 📚 Agnes Senior Primary School 📚 iKamva Senior Primary School 📚 Komanasi Senior Primary School 📚 Gcobo Primary School A heartfelt thank you to Mr Ntoto and Mr Togu of Sakhisizwe for championing this partnership, and to the school principals, educators and communities for embracing this important initiative. Together, we’re creating lasting impact, one story at a time. #MandelaMonth #Nalibali #ReadingForEnjoyment #LiteracyMatters #ItStartsWithAStory
A powerful close to Mandela Month. Sakhisizwe Digital Education, powered by Ripples for Change, together with the National Youth Service and Nal’ibali, officially inducted reading volunteers in Lady Frere, Emalahleni District. This partnership is creating more than opportunities for young people. It is building sustainable livelihoods, creating employment and helping more children develop a lifelong love of reading. The programme launches in five pilot schools: 📚 Mzamomhle Primary School 📚 Agnes Senior Primary School 📚 iKamva Senior Primary School 📚 Komanasi Senior Primary School 📚 Gcobo Primary School A heartfelt thank you to Mr Ntoto and Mr Togu of Sakhisizwe for championing this partnership, and to the school principals, educators and communities for embracing this important initiative. Together, we’re creating lasting impact, one story at a time. #MandelaMonth #Nalibali #ReadingForEnjoyment #LiteracyMatters #ItStartsWithAStory
A powerful close to Mandela Month. Sakhisizwe Digital Education, powered by Ripples for Change, together with the National Youth Service and Nal’ibali, officially inducted reading volunteers in Lady Frere, Emalahleni District. This partnership is creating more than opportunities for young people. It is building sustainable livelihoods, creating employment and helping more children develop a lifelong love of reading. The programme launches in five pilot schools: 📚 Mzamomhle Primary School 📚 Agnes Senior Primary School 📚 iKamva Senior Primary School 📚 Komanasi Senior Primary School 📚 Gcobo Primary School A heartfelt thank you to Mr Ntoto and Mr Togu of Sakhisizwe for championing this partnership, and to the school principals, educators and communities for embracing this important initiative. Together, we’re creating lasting impact, one story at a time. #MandelaMonth #Nalibali #ReadingForEnjoyment #LiteracyMatters #ItStartsWithAStory
A powerful close to Mandela Month. Sakhisizwe Digital Education, powered by Ripples for Change, together with the National Youth Service and Nal’ibali, officially inducted reading volunteers in Lady Frere, Emalahleni District. This partnership is creating more than opportunities for young people. It is building sustainable livelihoods, creating employment and helping more children develop a lifelong love of reading. The programme launches in five pilot schools: 📚 Mzamomhle Primary School 📚 Agnes Senior Primary School 📚 iKamva Senior Primary School 📚 Komanasi Senior Primary School 📚 Gcobo Primary School A heartfelt thank you to Mr Ntoto and Mr Togu of Sakhisizwe for championing this partnership, and to the school principals, educators and communities for embracing this important initiative. Together, we’re creating lasting impact, one story at a time. #MandelaMonth #Nalibali #ReadingForEnjoyment #LiteracyMatters #ItStartsWithAStory
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A powerful close to Mandela Month. Sakhisizwe Digital Education, powered by Ripples for Change, together with the National Youth Service and Nal’ibali, officially inducted reading volunteers in Lady Frere, Emalahleni District. This partnership is creating more than opportunities for young people. It is building sustainable livelihoods, creating employment and helping more children develop a lifelong love of reading. The programme launches in five pilot schools: 📚 Mzamomhle Primary School 📚 Agnes Senior Primary School 📚 iKamva Senior Primary School 📚 Komanasi Senior Primary School 📚 Gcobo Primary School A heartfelt thank you to Mr Ntoto and Mr Togu of Sakhisizwe for championing this partnership, and to the school principals, educators and communities for embracing this important initiative. Together, we’re creating lasting impact, one story at a time. #MandelaMonth #Nalibali #ReadingForEnjoyment #LiteracyMatters #ItStartsWithAStory
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In the heart of Dlamini Village in the Cacadu District, the spirit of reading is thriving. The caregivers, children and educators of Nonesi SPS have taken it upon themselves to champion reading for enjoyment, proving that no community is too remote to nurture a lifelong love of stories. Their commitment is a powerful reminder that when communities come together around books, they open doors to brighter futures, one story at a time. #Nalibali #ReadingForEnjoyment #ItStartsWithAStory #Literacy #CommunityLiteracy
In the heart of Dlamini Village in the Cacadu District, the spirit of reading is thriving. The caregivers, children and educators of Nonesi SPS have taken it upon themselves to champion reading for enjoyment, proving that no community is too remote to nurture a lifelong love of stories. Their commitment is a powerful reminder that when communities come together around books, they open doors to brighter futures, one story at a time. #Nalibali #ReadingForEnjoyment #ItStartsWithAStory #Literacy #CommunityLiteracy
In the heart of Dlamini Village in the Cacadu District, the spirit of reading is thriving. The caregivers, children and educators of Nonesi SPS have taken it upon themselves to champion reading for enjoyment, proving that no community is too remote to nurture a lifelong love of stories. Their commitment is a powerful reminder that when communities come together around books, they open doors to brighter futures, one story at a time. #Nalibali #ReadingForEnjoyment #ItStartsWithAStory #Literacy #CommunityLiteracy
In the heart of Dlamini Village in the Cacadu District, the spirit of reading is thriving. The caregivers, children and educators of Nonesi SPS have taken it upon themselves to champion reading for enjoyment, proving that no community is too remote to nurture a lifelong love of stories. Their commitment is a powerful reminder that when communities come together around books, they open doors to brighter futures, one story at a time. #Nalibali #ReadingForEnjoyment #ItStartsWithAStory #Literacy #CommunityLiteracy
In the heart of Dlamini Village in the Cacadu District, the spirit of reading is thriving. The caregivers, children and educators of Nonesi SPS have taken it upon themselves to champion reading for enjoyment, proving that no community is too remote to nurture a lifelong love of stories. Their commitment is a powerful reminder that when communities come together around books, they open doors to brighter futures, one story at a time. #Nalibali #ReadingForEnjoyment #ItStartsWithAStory #Literacy #CommunityLiteracy
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In the heart of Dlamini Village in the Cacadu District, the spirit of reading is thriving. The caregivers, children and educators of Nonesi SPS have taken it upon themselves to champion reading for enjoyment, proving that no community is too remote to nurture a lifelong love of stories. Their commitment is a powerful reminder that when communities come together around books, they open doors to brighter futures, one story at a time. #Nalibali #ReadingForEnjoyment #ItStartsWithAStory #Literacy #CommunityLiteracy
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