Mushayathoni Bridget Nwovhe

Heroes in Communities, Sport, Arts & Culture

Nominee's Province:
Limpopo

Age:
27

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Writer and poet Bridget Nwovhe is passionate about lending a helping hand, whether directly or indirectly. The 27-year-old from Makonde Village, in Limpopo does so by using her craft to connect humanity and send a message to people from different groups. This giver-at-heart often partners with different NPOs in doing wonderful works for the community, but does not shy away from going solo from time to time. She does public speaking and hosts literature projects to promote a culture of reading and writing. “We are in a digital era that does not favour everyone, especially those in villages. Through writing and reading programmes, we are slowly changing the situation,” states Nwovhe. The writer also runs an online group with the hope of turning it into an official organisation that focuses on mental health, GBV and education. “I am the co-founder of South African Students Career Show which focuses on mentorship and career advice for high school learners,” reveals the poet. Nwovhe has a string of achievements under her belt. Last year alone she was selected as a Black Woman in Science fellow, Woman of Stature Global Awards finalist, Influential Woman of the Year winner, Global Good Governance 2022 winner in Nigeria and one of the 50 Most Memorable Women in 2022. In 2017 she published a poetry collection titled Calendar's Time, and Collectors of African Literature in Nigeria has published her work.