btw, “Adila” is an Arabic name meaning… wait for it… JUSTICE ❤️

From a Palestinian in Gaza, thank you South Africa! — #AJOpinion by @haidareid ⤵️ 🔗: aje.io/17kmtv

Beautiful moment!❤️🇵🇸🇿🇦

Woke up to the news of our very own Tyla winning the Best African Music Performance for her song ‘Water’ at the #Grammys. She is the youngest African to win such a prestigious award, adding herself to list of eminent South African artists and musicians who have made an indelible

Thank you Ben Phillips for always being supportive, encouraging and kind! ♥️

Today, Dr Marwan Barghouti detailed the torture endured by Palestinian prisoners and I saw Dr Frank Chikane squirm in discomfort. He said to me after that the trauma of hearing what is currently happening to the Palestinian is exactly what they endured during apartheid.

My warmest wishes as millions of Muslims around the world begin observing Ramadan. May this Holy Month bring peace and guide us towards a more just and compassionate world. Ramadan Kareem.

#Time4Peace in #Gaza

Please take just five minutes to listen to this NPR interview with my United Nations colleague Juliette Touma. “The lives of other aid workers killed in Gaza.” npr.org/2024/04/05/124…

“Adolescent girls in Eastern + Southern Africa face sixfold HIV risk but Gen Z can use their voice + following to be change makers” LimoJerop BBC News (World) Sida #2gether4SRHR bit.ly/3UziutL UNICEF Africa

#Gaza: "The health system has been completely obliterated. The right to health has been decimated at every level. The conditions are incompatible w/ the realization of everyone to the highest attainable standard of physical & mental health" UN Sp. Rapporteur on Health Dr Tlaleng Mofokeng

After four years at the helm of the politics team News24 🇿🇦, I will step down this week. I leave News24 tomorrow after a period of incredible growth both professionally and personally. I am so grateful for the opportunities.

I did my civic duty … #elections2024 🇿🇦 While our elections take over the news, let’s still keep #AllEyesOnRafah 🇵🇸

#EidAlAdha…

17 #SDGs. 1 Day. You + mind-blowing speakers at TEDxJohannesburg: 17 Global Goals! From climate warriors to tech geniuses, we're bringing together the brightest minds to solve the world's biggest challenges. Are YOU ready to be inspired? Tix: bit.ly/4eWKVKk #MandelaDay

On #DayOfTheGirl, let’s take a stand against gender-based violence that puts girls at risk of HIV. By building safer communities, we can protect their futures and help them thrive. Every girl deserves to live with dignity, free from violence.

Yesterday, we were again unable to access Kamal Adwan hospital in northern #Gaza, this time due to intense fighting. Having such a life-saving operation delayed and ultimately aborted 3 days in a row has come at the expense of providing vital aid to others in need. Watch 📹⬇️

Had the pleasure of hosting & reconnecting with Hon Mmapaseka Steve Letsike, MP 🇿🇦🏳️‍🌈 🇵🇸 South Africa’s Dep. Minister Dept of Women, Youth & Persons with Disabilities. She was an incredible partner in our work tog in 🇿🇦 in our previous lives. Thrilled to see her as Deputy Minister & her contributions at #CHOGM2024 forums have been outstanding,

New HIV infections have dropped 40% since 2010 — proof that progress is possible when we stand together. The last mile of the global AIDS response must remain a priority — saving lives, strengthening health systems, and leaving no one behind. #GlobalAIDSUpdate2025 UNAIDS Global

The HIV epidemic is not over. Lives, dignity, and hard-won progress are still on the line. UNAIDS Global has shown what collective action can achieve. This legacy must be protected. Together, we can ensure a successful transition — and the resources to match our ambition to end