Gcina Mhlophe has been named one of BBC’s “100 Women of 2016”. The list celebrates inspirational and influential women for 2016. Mhlophe is a noted activist, actress, poet, author and director. 2016 has already seen Mhlophe win the “Chairperson’s Award” for her body of work at the 2016 South African Literary Awards (SALAS).
Mhlophe represents South Africa together with other notable figures such as the country’s former public protector, Thuli Madonsela, and natural hair activist, Zulaikha Patel.
KZN Literary Tourism takes this opportunity to congratulate Mhlophe on the prestigious accolade. For those who wish to congratulate Mhlophe, she will be appearing at the Abantu Book Festival being held in December.
