Hero Within | FunDza

One minute Khanyiswa’s a smart, carefree, happy girl in a loving family; the next her body and her life is invaded by a sex predator. He’s in a powerful position, believes he’s untouchable. But Khanyiswa is brave and she gets good support. Read on to find out what it takes to bring the criminal to justice …

Special thanks:
To Aphiwe Hlehle Mpahleni (whom I befriended on Facebook), for being a free-flowing fountain of patience with her explanations, clarifications and suggestions on the correct use of isiXhosa terms and phrases used in this story. You are the epitome of a Queen – kind, generous, humble and gracious. Enkosi kakhulu, sihlobo sam.

This story forms part of FunDza’s Rights 2.0 – Bridging Divides project. Find out more about the project here.

11 Responses

A heart touching story.. Khanyiswa is a really a hero within for being able to break the silence..this story is encouraging rape victims to speak up...so BIG UP to the writer

Twinie · a month ago

This book is very touching. what happen to that young girl, and am very proud of her for standing up for herself to report the matter as soon as possible there are lots off young girl getting rape every hour of the day and is very scared to report it because the are scared the person how did it to them is gonna kill them if they tell anyone

Chantall · a year ago

This is my fave story!well done :-) :-)

Cintax · a year ago

I Learn Alot From Reading These Books nd All Kinds Of Stories Frim Fundza

Maroofah · a year ago

Touching

Lelorh John · a year ago

I will read ur comment later

Tinono · a year ago

Well i can't wait to read the whole story

March · a year ago

This is beyond words...I am really touched, it relates word to word every single detail is just well written...I hope that we females will nowork be able to stand up for ourselves regardless of whose looking down on...I relate to this story so I was really emotional will I read it...#Me2

WatermelonHoney · a year ago

Just finished such wonderful story

Ngoma · a year ago

Can't wait for chapter 2..on my way now??

Tembelihle · a year ago