Articles – Heartlines

David’s Love Letter

His only connection to his birth mother is a letter, two pieces of gold jewellery, and a teddy bear. Now he wants to know more about the mother who gave him up for adoption as a baby.

Defying culture

Cultural norms and traditions are beautiful and complex, but in Nellie’s case, they were used as a weapon against her.

Obituary – Shantel Shabally Segolela

Shantel’s zeal for life, her infectious laughter, stylish wardrobe and her friendship will be sorely missed.

I was born into it

From the moment he was born, Judge Albie Sachs’ path as a revolutionary was set. He was named after Albert Nzula, an activist and writer.

My life was not worth living.

A young woman tells her story of overcoming guilt and finding fresh strength for life.

For many people who battle depression, suicidal thoughts are a part of daily life. When Anela’s depression became more sever, she thought that suicide was the only option. She recounts the story of how it brought her to a halt, and how, eventually, she survived.

It's not just a man's world - it's the world.

Sarah's journey to embracing womanhood has taught her that she is free to be unique - and to make choices that empower not only her, but her family as well.

You have to move on

Telling your story of forgiveness can help you gain freedom and move on with your life – even when the tragedy you have faced is too huge for words. Brenda Heinrich recounts the story of her family's murder.

Values sustain any walk to freedom

National reading-for-enjoyment campaign Nal’ibali and non-governmental organisation Heartlines are encouraging parents and caregivers to continue this tradition by using stories to pass on some of the values of the late Nelson Mandela.

Why can't it finally be fair?

Three black South African youths - Mzamo, Lebogang and Neliswa - discuss what their experiences of race, racism and micro-agressions in the democratic South Africa have been.

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I was abandoned at birth

From the time he was abandoned at birth, to the time he eventually found his family, Innocent has struggled with belonging and identity. His story of finding home was a complicated and tough journey. But after crashing - he got back up.

Never imagined myself embracing adulting

By using the skills she learned in the corporate world, Koinonia Baloyi found a way to live out her passion for community development and begin something that is not only changing her community, but her too, for the better.

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