Kaya 959 Point of View with Phemelo Motene

Book Feature: Brave Like Me

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Phemelo is in conversation with author and activist Zulaikha Patel about her book, Brave Like Me. In her incredible journey that began at just 13 years old set against the backdrop of Pretoria High School for Girls, Zulaikha courageously took a stand against discriminatory hair policies, igniting a nationwide movement for change. The book discovers how one brave girl sparked a movement for equality.
8 Apr 2025 4PM English South Africa Education · Careers

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