Speaking Through My World with Rosie Motene
Speaking Through My World with Rosie Motene is a podcast that speaks truth through an African feminist lens, using the microphone as a tool for justice. Hosted by Pan-African queer feminist, writer, broadcaster, and activist Rosie Motene, it amplifies voices through artivism rooted in ancestral wisdom, healing, and collective liberation. The show is part of the Feminist Frontlines initiative and explores issues shaping the continent and its communities. Episodes cover gender justice, queer rights, creativity, culture, leadership, mental health, and the stories and HERstory that deserve to be remembered.
Episodes
PAN-AFRICAN CO-PRODUCTIONS: WHAT’S IN IT FOR WOMEN?
In this episode we look at Pan-African co-productions in the creative sector, unpacking what cross-border collaboration looks like from the perspective of women working in film and the wider creative industries.The conversation brings together Zippy Nyaruri, Kenyan documentary director and producer, and Dr Inya Lawal, Nigerian social entrepreneur, capacity-building expert and advocate for Africa’s
WEAVERS FORUM 2026: A Tribute to the Weavers
In this special episode of I pay homage to the three organisations that brought us together: Akina Mama wa Afrika (AMwA), Nawi Afrifem Collective and FEMNET.I reflect on their histories, their work and the powerful synergy that emerges when different feminist strands, experiences and knowledge are woven together.This is a thank-you, to the organisations, the visionaries, the knowledge holders and
VISIBILITY IS POLITICAL Sunshine Fionah Komusana on Making Womxn Visible
VISIBILITY IS POLITICALSunshine Fionah Komusana on Making Womxn VisibleWhat happens when the people who shaped our movements, communities and histories are missing from the record? When womxn’s lives, work and knowledge exist in our memories and in the stories passed down through generations, but not in the places where the world goes looking for knowledge?Who gets to be remembered and who gets to
Onthatile Wesi
What happens when a deeply personal experience becomes a call to change the lives of others?Onthatile Wesi is a kidney health advocate, community health leader and a woman whose own experience of kidney failure transformed into a powerful commitment to public health advocacy.In this episode Onthatile takes us beyond the diagnosis. She speaks about living with kidney disease, navigating dialysis an
In Partnership with the Onthatile Wesi Foundation
A Storytelling Partnership for Kidney Awareness & WellnessSpeaking Through My World with Rosie Motene & Feminist Frontlines is proud to collaborate with the Onthatile Wesi Foundation in support of its upcoming Kidney Awareness and Wellness Event.At the heart of this collaboration is Onthatile Wesi, whose lived experience of kidney failure has grown into a powerful journey of public health
Weavers Forum Day 2: Building Feminist Economies and Futures Rooted in Care, Not Extraction
Day 2 of the Weavers Forum invited us to imagine economies and futures rooted not in extraction, but in care, reciprocity, sovereignty and the sustaining of life.We were welcomed and held in the protective care and guidance of Nyamal Biel Tutdeal, a space grounded in ancestral wisdom, power and remembrance. This grounding set the tone for a day of deep reflection, questioning and collective imagi
Damn Etu: When Words Become Resistance
There are some voices you hear, and there are others you feel.During my time in Windhoek, Namibia, for the 2026 Weavers Forum, I encountered one of those voices: Damn Etu — Frieda EtuholeA Namibian spoken-word poet, writer, editor and performance artist, Damn Etu brings a rawness to her work that refuses to allow words to simply sit on a page. Her poetry carries memory, vulnerability, politics, wo
Episode 3 Weavers Forum. Intergenerational Roundtable & Collective Harvest
Day 1 Part 2In this episode, I reflect on an intergenerational conversation at the Weavers Forum 2026 exploring African feminist memory, political economy and our collective futures. We gathered the threads of wisdom from generations before us while asking what we need to carry forward, what we need to challenge, and what new pathways we can create.The conversation explored feminist memory, agency
Philiswa Lila- When Art Becomes Part of the Political Conversation
Philiswa Lila- When Art Becomes Part of the Political Conversation- In Day 1 | Part 1 of my Weavers' Forum 2026 reflections, I explore how art became part of the political conversation through the work of South African multidisciplinary artist, curator and scholar Philiswa Lila.Drawing on her powerful presentation, Behind the Needle, this episode reflects on the politics of making, the value
Introduction to The Weavers’ Forum 2026
The Weavers’ Forum 2026 is a space bringing together African feminists, activists, economists, artists, thinkers, movement-builders and practitioners from across the continent and the African diaspora.I’ve created a pop-up studio for Speaking Through My World to document this important feminist space. Through dedicated episodes, I’ll be sharing some of the conversations, reflections and knowledge
Episode 4: Choosing Yourself Without An Apology
THE FINAL EPISODE IS HEREEpisode 4: Choosing Yourself Without An ApologyWhat happens when you stop apologising for choosing yourself?After four deeply personal conversations, I close this series not with the pain of what happened, but with the possibility of what comes next.I've spoken about leaving.I've spoken about what my body carried.I've spoken about the cost of staying too lon
THEY SPOKE UP. THE FINDINGS WERE SUBSTANTIATED. WHO WAS HELD ACCOUNTABLE?- Inside the Investigation into Allegations Against Greg Maloka
In this episode of Speaking Through My World, I examine the detailed findings of the independent investigation commissioned by Kaya FM into allegations against former Managing Director Greg Maloka.Drawing directly from the investigation report, I unpack the testimonies of six women who came forward, the workplace culture they described, and the investigator's conclusions that allegations of s
Episode 3: The Cost of Staying Too Long
Episode 3: The Cost of Staying Too LongWhat has staying cost you?We often celebrate the courage it takes to leave toxic environments, but we rarely talk about the cost of staying.In this deeply personal episode Rosie reflects on the quiet ways prolonged exposure to unhealthy spaces can erode our sense of self. She explores how identity, confidence, creativity, health, financial opportunities, rela
Speaking Through My World -part of the Feminist Frontlines initiative.
Speaking Through My World with Rosie Motene.For more than 30 years, the microphone has been more than a piece of equipment to me. It has been a witness, a platform, and a form of resistance.I'm excited to share that Speaking Through My World with Rosie Motene has undergone a slight rebrand and is now part of the Feminist Frontlines initiative.At its heart, nothing has changed.This remains the
Episode 2: When Your Body Keeps the Score
Where Is Your Heart Today? – Conversations with Rosie MoteneEpisode 2: When Your Body Keeps the ScoreYou left the toxic environment.You're finally safe.So why does your body still behave as though the danger remains?In this deeply personal episode, I explore what happens after we leave spaces that have harmed us. Drawing on my own healing journey and reflections inspired by The Body Keeps the
Episode 1: Why Physically Removing Yourself Matters
Where Is Your Heart Today? – Conversations with Rosie MoteneEpisode 1: Why Physically Removing Yourself MattersWhere is your heart today?Sometimes breathing and boundaries are not enough. When an environment continues to dysregulate your body, mind, and spirit, the most powerful act of self-preservation may be to leave.In this deeply personal episode, I reflect on the difficult decision to physic
Episode 7: Daily Regulation Rituals
This episode explores how small, consistent practices can support nervous system regulation over time. Rather than focusing on perfection, listeners are invited to notice what helps them feel a little more grounded in daily life. Through simple reflections and accessible rituals, this episode offers ways to build safety, presence, and trust with your body, one moment at a time.
Episode 6: Guilt, Boundaries, and the Nervous System
In this episode, we explore how guilt often arises when we begin to set boundaries and change familiar patterns of relating. Through a nervous-system lens, guilt is reframed not as a sign of wrongdoing, but as a response to doing something new. With gentle reflection and grounding practices, this episode supports you in holding boundaries with compassion while helping your nervous system learn tha
Episode 5: Breathing Before Responding
In this episode, we explore how urgency is often a nervous system response rather than a true need for speed. You are gently invited to notice where quick reactions may be rooted in protection, not choice. Through simple reflection and breathing practices, this episode offers a compassionate way to pause, ground, and respond with greater clarity and ease, reminding the body that safety doesn’t req
Episode 4 Boundaries as Nervous System Protection
In this episode, we explore boundaries through a nervous-system lens, not as rules or walls, but as signals of safety and self-respect. You’re invited to consider how clear, compassionate boundaries can reduce overwhelm and support regulation in everyday life. With gentle reflection and grounding practices, this episode offers space to reconnect with your body’s wisdom and redefine boundaries in a
EPISODE 3 How Dysregulation Shows Up in Daily Life
In this episode, we explore how nervous system dysregulation can quietly show up in everyday moments, through overthinking, people-pleasing, shutdown, or a sense of urgency. Rather than labeling these patterns as problems, this episode invites you to see them as protective responses and to meet them with curiosity and compassion. You’ll be gently guided to notice your own signals and begin buildin
EPISODE 2 Breathing as a Signal of Safety
In this episode, we explore breathing as a gentle way to communicate safety to the nervous system. Through simple explanation and slow, optional practices, you’re invited to notice how the breath, especially the exhale can help settle the body and create a sense of steadiness. There’s no need to breathe deeply or do this perfectly; this episode offers space to listen, pause, and find a rhythm that
Regulating The Nervous System- Breath, Boundaries, and Safety
This series is a gentle invitation to slow down, notice your body, and reconnect with your nervous system. Over ten short episodes, we explore simple, practical tools—breathing, reflection, and boundaries, to help you feel more grounded, safe, and in control of your own experience.There is no right way to do these practices, and nothing here asks you to push beyond what feels safe. Each episode is
Radical Futures: Ndiilokelwa Nthengwe on Justice, Identity & Change in Namibia
In this episode, I travel to Namibia to speak with Ndiilokelwa Nthengwe, a fearless activist, author and tech entrepreneur. Ndiilokelwa’s work spans LGBTQ+ rights, reproductive justice, youth leadership, and social advocacy, and they have been a prominent voice in shaping conversations around identity, justice, and empowerment across Africa.We dive into their journey, from growing up in Namibia a
Sitahen: Sudan’s Women, War, and Solidarity
In this episode of Speaking Through My World, Rosie Motene turns the spotlight on Sudan, a country whose ongoing war and humanitarian crisis remain underreported and overshadowed. While the world rightly raises its voice against the genocide in Palestine, it is equally urgent to keep Sudan and the Democratic Republic of Congo in our global conversations on war, displacement, and justice.Rosie is
Conversations on the Spirituality of the Land, Women, and Reclaiming What Is Ours, with Michelle Festus
In this episode of Speaking Through My World, titled “Conversations on the Spirituality of the Land, Women, and Reclaiming What Is Ours,” we journey deep into the soil, into our roots, and into the enduring wisdom the land holds for us as African people.My guest is the remarkable Michelle Festus, a powerful voice in the land justice movement. Michelle has worked extensively on land rights, policy,
Inside the Open Book Festival: The Past, The Crisis, The Future
In this episode, I sit down with Frankie Murrey, the heart and programme coordinator behind the Open Book Festival, a space that, since 2011, has created room for brave, bold, and necessary conversations through literature.We explore the festival’s beginnings, its evolution, and the critical funding crisis it now faces. Frankie speaks with passion and clarity about what’s at stake, not just for O
Amplifying Activist Voices Through Writing with Amber French
Amplifying Activist Voices Through Writing with Amber FrenchIn this episode, we are joined by Amber French, Senior Editorial Advisor at the International Center on Nonviolent Conflict (ICNC), Managing Editor of the Minds of the Movement blog, and Co-Lead of REACT (Research-in-Action)—a groundbreaking project in partnership with ActionAid Denmark that supports activist-led writing and research on c
Zoey Black- Gamut 1
I am in conversation with Zoey Black, a queer renaissance and culture documentarian based in Cape Town, South Africa. Her work is focused on telling authentic and engaging queer stories through film and photography.Zoey is the founder & director of Gamut 1 Gamut 1 is a trans, queer, black, indigenous, women-led organisation, which produces original, high-quality, queer-focussed, rights-based m
Marylize Biubwa- The co-founder at The Queer Republic.
Marylize is a Kenyan intersectional feminist and activist, whose focus is on gender inequality, while their feminism is intersectional and directed towards human rights. They are black and a non-binary lesbian and use they/them pronouns.The Queer Republic is a border less nation of queers and allies that advance the rights and lives of the LGBTQ x in Africa and across the globe. They are rebuildin
Beautiful Trouble with Ashley Waudo
Beautiful Trouble- A book, strategy card deck, online toolbox, and creative campaign incubator.An international network of artist-activist-trainers helping grassroots movements become more creative and effective.I am in conversation with the impact amplifier, Ashley Waudo.Ashley is a community organizer and project manager based in Nairobi. She is deeply committed to changing people's lives t
MONICAH KAMANDAU
I am in conversation with MONICAH KAMANDAU- The Social Movements Learning Specialist with the MOVE team at MS TCDCMS TCDC is a renowned Pan-African training centre situated in Arusha, Tanzania. It is unique in its dedication to high-quality capacity development for social transformation.For more than 50 years, they have delivered high-quality capacity development in areas such as democratic govern
Dr menzi
I am in conversation with Dr Menzi Mkhize.Dr. AM Mkhize is a medical doctor who qualified at the University of KwaZuluNatal. He has both critical care and rural medicine experience but decided topour his passion into public health.Dr Mkhize has a passion for serving and advocating for the marginalized. He is an LGBTQIA+ affirming provider.He is currently stationed at the Bertha Gxowa care centre,
RISHA PATAK-HARIE from I-lead self-defense.
RISHA PATAK-HARIE from I-lead self-defense.As South Africans, we face various forms of violence. Our government has shown its position on combatting GBV, which looks progressive on paper only. As we operate in territories we are familiar with and experts at, we also need to know how to protect ourselves. I am in conversation with Risha Patak-Harie from I-lead self-defense.Following a near kidnappi
School Ties
MNET has a new series called School Ties, debuting 16 May 2024 at 21:00. School Ties is a ground-breaking and harrowing four-part documentary seriesabout the grooming and sexual abuse of learners at some of South Africa’smost prominent, prestigious boys’ schools.Produced by Idea Candy, the docuseries series uncovers the truth behindgrooming and abuse in schools across the country, the aftermath, a
Stop protecting perpetrators in religious institutions.
TRIGGER WARNING Confirmation of Sa'ar Shaked expelled from The South African Association Of Progressive Rabbis.Expelled Rabbis:Sa’ar Shaked had been charged with violating Ethics Code Section V (Sexual Boundaries). He was temporarily suspended pending an Ethics Enquiry during which time he resigned from the SAAPR. The Ethics Panel concluded its process and recommended his expulsion which was
Feminists in Kenya
Feminists in Kenya is a Black feminist movement organizing and amplifying feminist discourse and practice and building solidarity across other feminist movements.In 2018, SA feminists, activists, advocates, and the public rallied together for the first-ever Total Shutdown march. Loyiso Saliso is the initiator and strategic mobilizer for the #TheTotalShutdown Womxn's Movement. As soon as plans
KISUMU FEMINISTS SOCIETY
Their mission is “Redefining feminism in African Womxn’s views through the Celebration of African feminists in spaces that are inclusive, inter-sectional and Afrocentric.”Kisumu Feminist Society was legally registered in 2018 by a group of young women from Kisumu who saw the need to have an intersectional and inclusive feminist movement in the region.Kisumu is the third-largest city in Kenya after
Nadine Dirks
Nadine Dirks is a writer, public speaker, activist, and communications expert.Her work, interests, and expertise lie in intersectional feminism, gender, and sexuality, including sexual and reproductive health and rights.Her passions come from her lived experiences.Nadine is the author of Hot Water.The book investigates how endometriosis affects the way young women function and navigate the world,
Social media detox and dopamine fasting.
Social media detox and dopamine fasting.Come with me as I share the journey of my 21-day social media detox and dopamine fast. I abstained from X, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube for 21 days. A dopamine fast is the practice of denying yourself gratification (music, sugar, sex, social media, or whatever your poisons are) for a set time, I completed 24 hours. It is based on the id
Dshamilja Roshani
Dshamilja Roshani is a Berlin-born poet, writer, and performer of German-Iranian descent based in South Africa. Formally trained in Political Science and Creative Writing, their work explores themes such as queerness, identity, home, and belonging.With poetry at the core of their creative expression.Dshamilja is constantly looking for ways to expand and reinvent the scope of the art form. In this
The Law vs GBV/IPV
The Law vs GBV/IPVSociety and communities are quick to say that victims/survivors of GBV/IPV should open cases and let the law take its course. The reality is that the course has many loopholes and challenges which can be exacerbated by those in power or who have certain privileges.In this podcast, I speak on two specific cases.* Monique Muller received a positive outcome from The Legal Practice C
1in9 Campaign- The purple T-shirt warriors.
The One in Nine Campaign is a South African organisation motivated by feminist principles and the desire to live in a society where womxn are the agents of their own lives.It was created in 2006 to support Fezeka Kuzwayo, known as Khwezi to the media, who brought a rape charge against then vice-president Jacob Zuma. After she spoke out against her ordeal, she was execrated, shamed and victimised b
Dear Mr. President, This PRIDE Pass The National Identification and Registration Bill
Zade de Kock, a Nguvu-Collective Change Leader, is a 20-year-old, transgender non-binary person from the Eastern Cape. They're a multi-dimensional person who has currently been working on a campaign that advocates for the rights of LGBTQ+ people and specifically trans-and-non-binary people. The campaign demands for the President of South Africa to pass the National Identification and Registr
Tumi Tlhabi- Rooted in the soil, art and culture of our country,
I am conversing with Tumi Tlhabi, a black Queer woman who is a farmer, art gallery director, and entrepreneur. Tumi represents The North West province and shares her challenges, passions, and successes.
Uhuru Mbele from Tosunga Baninga
Uhuru (Norma) Mbele is the founder of Tosunga Baninga.'Tosunga Baninga' is a phrase in the Lingala language of Central Africa, meaning 'helping you to help others.Uhuru shares why she founded the grassroots organisation in Evaton, South Africa. What do they do?Support victims/survivors/striver of GBVTosunga Baninga has an overnight shelter that is inclusive of lesbian and bisexual w
The Realities of Cancel Culture
THE REALITY OF CANCEL CULTURE.Cancel culture, deliberate erasure, and the silencing of womxn and queer bodies have occurred for decades. Those who have spoken out have been ostracised, often losing their careers or facing public banishment. Media, society, and governments continue to ignore that erasure and consciously protect and support the abusers and their enablers. There is an intentional app
PLUS LGBTQI
Plus-LGBTQI is a non-profit organization that aims to build a dynamic, thriving, and visible South African lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and intersex business community.I am in conversation with the business manager about what they do, their reach, and their plans.Contact Zimkithamanager@lgbtiplus.comInstagram- https://www.instagram.com/lgbtqiplus_/Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/lgbtipl
Donald Molosi - Cattlepost films
In conversation with Donald Molosi again. Donald has launched his production company Cattlepost Films, and the first project to produce is the Botswana short film, Partly Cloudy and Hot. The film unpacks and challenges the narrative around male infertility in Botswana. We also delve into the deliberate attempt to cancel artists, activists, and truth seekers. ' Sad that just for us to be heard
Hamlet Nkwain
In this podcast, I am in conversation with Hamlet Nkwain from Cameroon. Hamlet is a human rights activist and the executive director at 'Working For Our Wellbeing.'Working For Our Wellbeing is a non-governmental organisation that upholds equal rights and access to healthcare for sexual and gender minorities in Cameroonian society.We unpack the revolutionary work that they do as well as h
International WomXns Day. Is it a celebration?
International WomXns Day- is it a celebration?So many womXn live in fear and cannot live and speak their truths. Our bodies are ridiculed, and when we dare to stand up to the patriarchy, we are harassed and intimidated, and many of us are murdered. So what is there to celebrate?
Queermas 2022- Parents, Families & Friends of South African Queers- PFSAQ
Putting love first for all our children and family members and friends regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity or expressionLove for our children, sisters, brothers, cousins, mothers, fathers, etc, who are LGBTI will ensure that the community and the society at large learn to love them, cherish them, and accept them as human beings. Discrimination, rapes, and assaults of LGBTI pe
Queermas- Ntuspe Mohapi from The Ekhuruleni Pride Organising Committee.
Queermas Drive 2022.In my latest podcast series- Queermas Drive 2022, I highlight LGBTQI+ organisations.In conversation with Ntuspe Mohapi from The Ekhuruleni Pride Organising Committee. How can you assist through resources, services, skills, and funding?Their contact details are as follows:epoclgbti@gmail.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/EkurhuleniPride/about
We deserve pure queer love and respect from each other.
We recieve so many levels of betrayal, erasure, and abuse from society, could we try not to bring that into our personal spaces?We deserve honesty, love, and all things delicious. Smashing the patriarchy includes us unlearning negative ways of harming human beings. Stand tall and raise our rainbow flag but take accountability for how we treat each other. We are all learning, we make mistakes and t
The GBV- The next phase.
We know that it's a journey that we all need to participate in, work in, and hold each other accountable.Support the small safe spaces that are making strides on their own. Be gentle with yourselves and celebrate your successes.#endgbv #vaallgbtqi #1in9 #gendersummit
Warrior Healing
TRIGGER WARNING!!!!OFFENSIVE LANGUAGE!!!At 5 am on a Saturday, we had a home invasion, and I discovered the thief halfway through my kitchen window, perched on the sink.I found the strength to shout and order him to get out. My loud screaming and being fearless at that moment scared him, it could have cost my life, but it did not. He scuffled away like a dirty rat.Yes, I give thanks for my life, b
Waka Conversations with Delta The Leo
Delta is a multi-talented, entertainment powerhouse.Born in rural Limpopo, inspired and groomed by the streets of Alexandra Township, South Africa.Delta has a strong background in dance with international accolades to match.Speaker, Emcee, 3X world dance champion, influencer, DJ, and musician. Delta is also a personal trainer and wellness coaching career counselor.info@wakaagency.bizwww.wakaagency
The Pride Shelter Trust
A space that provides short-term accommodation to the LGBTQI+ minority groups during crisis periods. The objectives of The Pride Shelter are to promote dignity, respect, and a sense of personal empowerment among members of the LGBTQI+ community.Nicole Alexander is the Director/Convenor of the Pride Shelter Trust and The Inner Circle, also known as the Al-Fitrah Foundation. Nicole graduated with a
Wom_n in Music South Africa
TRIGGER WARNING. THE CONTENT MAY BE TRIGGERING. Rosie was invited to give the keynote address at an event hosted by Women in Music.She speaks on the realities of GBV in the entertainment industry. Rosie shares personal experiences of trauma, healing, and a possible way forward. It should be noted that NFVF and IPO confirmed that they did not give permission to have their names added to a legal let
Ending erasure is another way of preventing violence
Unlearning the toxic and patriarchal ideologies of discriminating against humans is being discussed in this episode. The I in LGBTQI is often misunderstood, so in this podcast, Rosie Motene chats with Peace Maquba, Founding Director of Intersexions, a young, queer, civil society organisation based in Johannesburg. Their work focuses on the visibility of intersex people through digital advocacy
The Legalities around GBV
In this episode, Rosie unpacks the legalities around GBV and converses with Megan Jane Wentzel from Fember Attorneys Incorporated. The conversation gives insight into opening a protection order, the timelines for opening a case of GBV and the role of the National Prosecutor Authority (NPA).Megan Jane Wentzel is a multifaceted Associate Attorney at Fember Attorneys who obtained her LLB from the Uni
Episode 2: Rape Culture
In this episode, Rosie Motene looks at what rape culture is and where the term originated. The podcast unpacks examples of rape culture and how it exists, and why we must end this social norm.
Introduction - The crisis of Gender Based Violence in South Africa
Gender-based violence is a pandemic in South Africa. According to the Africa Health Organisation, 51% of women in South Africa say they have experienced gender-based violence, with 76% of men saying they've perpetrated gender-based violence at one stage in their lives. In this episode, Rosie Motene, a Witsie, talks about her experience of physical violence, which took place behind the Wits t
Waka conversations with Rosie Motene & Lamelle Shaw
Lamelle Shaw is a writer, poet, musician and voice over- artist of Liberian descent based in South Africa.Her work has been featured in Tears of Fire by the US National Library of Poetry, Breath Into Another Voice, an anthology of jazz poetry, and several publications including Oprah Magazine and Forbes Africa.She was a featured poet at Arts Alive International Festival and the Afrolit Sans Fronti
GBV- where are we as a country?
GBV- where are we as a country?The patriarchy is very strategic in derailing our agency by creating so-called feminist platforms that do not speak to feminist principles. Feminists give their blood, sweat and tears in establishing policies and platforms. The strategy is that when these spaces become too powerful, create havoc amongst the feminists to derail the work. They will push womxn to be res
Is it possible to end GBV with so many gatekeepers?
The gatekeepers of the patriarchy are dangerous and are derailing so much work. We all need to put in the work and be transparent. We call on media to report effectively and stop using social media feeds without consent; please do the necessary research and stop quoting out of context. We request that the revered cast and crew show true solidarity with those that speak out. Your silence is protect
Mathe Moshoeshoe
Mathe Moshoeshoe, founder of Moshoeshoe Properties. She saw the gap in the township property market and made a business from it. Moshoeshoe Properties is now a global property brand.
Not Such a Happy Pride.
June is supposed to be pride month, yet we are still dying.Many of our family are humiliated, tortured and disrespected. Shock marketing may get you clicks and likes for your commercial gain, but is it worth it if you are offending and hurting others. To understand each other, we all need to unlearn patriarchal and misogynistic ideologies. We need to listen with empathy. Abuse happens in eve
Privilege and Politics push the patriarchy.
Privilege and Politics push the patriarchyEnhle, I believe you.#TouchOneTouchAll#JusticeForEnhleFor too long it has been the norm to silence and slander womxn or people who speak out against injustices.Privilege and politics control the narrative in the media.Financial privilege protects perpetrators and can intimidate victims/survivors.White 'feminist' privilege, try and control how Bla
Financial abuse
Happy women's day,It is great to see that so many corporate companies and places want to create awareness on GBV, this is necessary. We know that GBV has been protected by the patriarchy, so we need to take note of our actions. Before we can learn we need to unlearn a lot of the patriarchal principles. This is not easy as they have been governed by laws, religion and societal attitudesWE CANN
The realities of rape culture DJ Fresh and Euphonik
Abuse is about power.Since the police failed to produce evidence, the NPA closed the case. The case never went to the courts, therefore no magistrate or judge said they were innocent. What we are sure of is that they are guilty of the following:They have multiple accusations against themGaslightingLying- The Fresh lied about a so-called aunty who said the victim/survivor is a liar. Her family rele
Waka conversations with Donald Molosi part 2
Donald Molosi is from Botswana. He is a classically trained actor and a multi-award-winning thespian and author. He is the first and only Motswana to perform off-broadway. Donald has excelled as a speaker, linguist and theatre practitioner. His work is dedicated to his activism and his passion for African identity and re-writing our history. His books include:We Are All BlueBlue, Black and White D
Waka conversations with Donald Molosi
WAKA talent agency has been in existence for ten years.This series includes a selection of conversations with the talent and partners.Donald Molosi is from Botswana. He is a classically trained actor and a multi-award-winning thespian and author. He is the first and only Motswana to perform off-broadway. Donald has excelled as a speaker, linguist and theatre practitioner. His work is dedicated to
My Waka Journey- 10 years later
Rosie Motene is the owner and founder of Waka talent agency. The idea began as a passion project as she began exploring the African continent and soon became the middle-person for entertainment contracts, workshop and skills training. In 2011, Rosie registered the company with a notable amount of clients from across the continent. At present, the agency has a footprint in 12 African countries. The
What do you know?
Knowledge is power. Use your knowledge to help victims/survivors of gender-based violence.For life coaching, counselling or assistance with GBV related matters, email me letsatsihealing@gmail.com#SpeakingThroughMyworld#whatdoyouknow?
Is your activism supporting or dismantling the patriarchy?
Stop supporting known perpetrators.
OUT LGTB Wellbeing
OUT LGTB Wellbeing 21 yearsServicing the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender community.In conversation with Roche Kester.
Seoketsi Mooketsi
Seoketsi Mooketsi is a Black radical transgender WomXn, activist, speaker, and trainer. She is the founder and director of an organisation named Rural Inclusive Trans Equality – RITE in a Rural town named Schweizer Reneke that unapologetically advocates for LGB diverse and Trans folks in Rural areas in the North West Province.She coordinates Bokone Bophirima Trans and Queer Forum, a forum that has
Ntethelelo Foundation
Ntethelelo Foundation is a Non-Profit Organisation that uses applied drama, theatre techniques and weaving indigenous knowledge as facilitation tools for dialogue to foster change within marginalised communities.We create a safe space with the aim of enabling support for social and behavioural change, healing and personal growth among marginalised communities of youth, girls, young womyn and the L
STOP THE UNNECESSARY CAMPAIGNS ON GBV, WE NEED ACTION.
We request proper action from our government. We are in a crisis!!!!
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