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There is no shame in being direct, being firm and fighting for what you believe, and it actually doesn’t matter if other people feel uncomfortable with your talents and your prowess.

— Basetsana Kumalo

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I think patriarchy is an issue all over the world, not just in Africa. Men have been running the world for so long that modern women have no choice but to take back their power.

She’s strong and stands tall but also gentle, loving and compassionate.

The modern woman is whoever and whatever she wants to be, because she is fiercely independent but also open with her vulnerabilities.

To the Tribe [family] that came to see him off, they say it takes a village to raise a child. Thank you very much. AmaNtungwa [clan name] ayabonga [say thank you].

Just go forth and aim for the skies. I may not carry you in my arms anymore, but I will always carry you in my heart.

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