What's the current state of literacy in South Africa?

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Dr Xolisa Guzula shines a spotlight on International Literacy Day. This is as the generosity of South Africans, inspires 800+ new children’s stories in all 11 official languages, through the Cadbury #HomegrownStories initiative.

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