# University of the Free State second-year Bachelor of Education student, Basetsana Confidence Sheane, has successfully balanced her academic commitments with her calling as a storyteller and literacy activist. Last year, she published her first Sesotho children’s book titled Boitshepo O Ithuta Ho Itshepa, which translates to Boitshepo learns how to be confident. She was named one of Sunday World’s Heroic Women for 2024. Sheane says her writing nurtures young readers’ confidence, while reminding them that their voices matter and their challenges can be overcome.
UFS student empowers young minds through Sesotho literature