Literification
What is literification?
"The illiterate of the 21st century will not be those who cannot read and write, but those who cannot learn, unlearn, and relearn." — Alvin Toffler
Literification, as defined by AuntyB, is about creating a culture where Africa continues to learn, unlearn and relearn, while preserving our languages, our wisdom and our stories for future generations.
The AuntyB Story Hut
The AuntyB Story Hut is more than a library. It is a welcoming space where
people swap books and continue a culture of reading. It also promotes writing of stories,
an opportunity to archive our oral stories. The Story Hut brings together traditional
wisdom and modern learning in one place.
The Story Hut seeks to connects visitors to:
- STEM resources
- African and local research papers using technology through QR codes
- Book Drops
The Story Hut began and cobtinues with book drops Wherever AuntyB travels, previously loved and treasured books are left behind for others to discover and enjoy. Every book is an invitation to read, learn and pass the story on and seed writing our own stories. Our vision is to see more books in African languages and by African authors shared across villages, towns and countries.
Our First Story Hut
The Story Hut began and cobtinues with book drops Wherever AuntyB travels, previously loved and treasured books are left behind for others to discover and enjoy. Every book is an invitation to read, learn and pass the story on and seed writing our own stories. Our vision is to see more books in African languages and by African authors shared across villages, towns and countries.
Remember. Reimagine. Re-Story.
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Photo Credits Monica Dart Photography
Achievements of
Barbara Dianah Lawrence-Strydom
Career Accomplishments and Banking Expertise:
Barbara served as a Bank Manager for 18 years, providing mentorship and coaching within the financial sector. She holds a BCOM degree in Business Management.
Awards and Recognition:
Barbara is a justice advocate in the banking sector, and her reach extends across the continent to the first "Ombudsman" help desks at the Central Banks of Tanzania and Uganda. She has received multiple sales and service awards in banking with unique moments represented the KwaZulu Natal province in the Women's Parliament as a bank manager, participating in the initial dialogues of the human trafficking bill.
As a guest speaker at the IPMM Malawi and Chair of the Panel at the Wildscreen Film Festival in Kenya, Barbara's influence extends beyond banking. She has also been a winner and nominee of multiple awards, including being named Best Social Entrepreneur Africa by CWENA in 2018 and a nominee for the GLEBM's Excellence in Leadership Award in 2022.
Barbara is known for her leadership in Landfill Management Operations and her passion for integrated waste management solutions across the continent.
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