Meet Siphokazi Jonas — an award-winning South African poet, playwright, and performer whose words move hearts and shift perspectives. Through her powerful storytelling on stage, on screen, and on the page, she transforms language into a space for healing, imagination, and connection.

From her acclaimed works Around the Fire and #WeAreDyingHere to her SAFTA-winning short film and her debut poetry collection Weeping Becomes a River, Siphokazi’s artistry continues to inspire audiences around the world and she has built a reputation as a vital voice in contemporary literature and performance.

With a background in English and Drama from the University of Cape Town, Siphokazi’s mission is clear: to help others find and reclaim their voices — and to remind us all of the power of story to shape who we are and who we can become.