I used to study maths in the toilet

Telamsile had to learn how to be herself and hold true to her values as part of a demanding career in an intense industry that doesn't always see the damage it can do in society. 

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.

As a young boy growing up in Heideveld on the Cape Flats, Preston Jongbloed dreamed about becoming a professional football player and flying on a plane.

Growing up under the apartheid regime, René recalls how her own family was almost torn apart because of different skin tones.

Olefile Masangane has achieved what he thought would be impossible.

Arlene August tragically lost both parents as a teenager – a loss that impacted her even more after she got married.