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As World Book Day nears on 23 April, private higher education institution MANCOSA has renewed its pledge to donate a million books to promote the enjoyment of reading among children, especially in poor communities.
Professor Magnate Ntombela, newly appointed as principal of MANCOSA following the untimely passing of philanthropist and eminent educationist, Professor Yusuf Karodia, said he would promote the “Million Books Campaign” initiated by his predecessor with even greater zeal and determination.
Professor Karodia, founder of MANCOSA, was a strong believer that reading is an essential ingredient for children to improve their literacy, further their education and to brighten their future.
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There is no end to retelling good stories and Africa’s legendary story-teller Gcina Mhlope will do just that to keep children educationally entertained for 15 days during the extended school break with a daily five-minute online story.
Private higher education MANCOSA’s School of Education will again distribute children stories while schools remain closed until 15 February because of the pressure experienced by the health system since the increase in COVID-19 infections.
Last year MANCOSA partnered with the Gcinamasiko Arts and Heritage Trust to get Mhlope, the world-renowned actress, playwright, storyteller and author, to keep children captivated with her iconic voice and knack of storytelling.
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