Kwanelewethu is a 21-year-old storyteller and aspiring artist from Mbekelweni, nestled in the heart of Manzini, Eswatini. Currently pursuing a Diploma at the Eswatini College of Technology, he blends his academic journey with a deep passion for poetry, creative writing, and stage theatrics.

Inspired by the voices and struggles of millennial youth, Kwanelewethu writes with a raw honesty t h a t resonates across age and background. His work often explores the complexities of identity, growth, and emotional resilience, capturing everyday moments with striking clarity. Whether crafting free verse or short stories, he aims to reflect the world around him, not as it is, but as it feels.

His ultimate dream is to take his words beyond the page; to share his poetry on international stages, collaborate with fellow creatives, and one day see a movie brought to life from his own written storyline performed in a grand theatre, echoing the voice of a boy from Mbhakalweni to the world.

Grounded, ambitious, and moved by purpose, Kwanelekwethu is a rising voice to watch in Southern Africa’s creative scene where language meets legacy, and dreams are spoken aloud.