The Sanyu Daily | Thursday, September 25 , 2025

🤗 Hello

Thank you for choosing clarity and progress on this lovely Thursday. 

In today's 'TUB'  📚 - we are taking a detour. 

We are going beyond Uganda - to bring you five African books that are big on Personal Growth & Development. 

But before we shoot.  Here is a small question?

⁉️ What is the one small, positive change you could implement in your own daily routine or interactions today that would benefit the people around you—not just yourself ?

That single, deliberate action that will make your more supportive and present in your community or circle!?

Please keep the answer to yourself.

Back to our books 

What we bring you today  - will wake your soul up.  

You see - most times we are chasing something to fill us up. Something to bring us happiness, something to bring us peace, something to meaningfully connect us to others or something to reduce our pain or emptiness. 

But instead we end up with a big car, a big or small job, or a house on 15 acres that is sorrounded by an electric fence...others, like you , end up building big corporations or creating powerful one person businesses. 

Whatever your ambitions, whatever your desires are , whatever your achievements are - they will never count unless you create them from a place of wholeness.  Yes - you read that right. 

Wholeness means - 'what is inside yourself is what is outside yourself'.  It's about being present, being the same, being the spirit of love, being the God, being the servant  and being the master.  Being more like water and more like the universe. 

Because that's what we all are. 

So, take a step and read the five books below - You will notice that they were created from a place of wholeness and fulfilment. They will nourish and direct your souls.

Let's see them.

Number One is:  Born a Crime: Stories from a South African Childhood by Trevor Noah

This is a witty, profound memoir by the former host of The Daily Show. While not a traditional "self-help" book, it's a powerful lesson in resilience, adaptation, and the power of language. Trevor Noah navigates his childhood under apartheid as the son of a Black mother and a White father—an illegal union.

The core personal growth takeaway is learning to define your own identity and find humor and hope even in the most difficult circumstances.

His mother, Patricia Nombuyiselo Noah, is a masterclass in determination and unconventional wisdom.

You can find a copy (here) or an audiobook , narrated by Trevor (here)

Number two is: The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind: Creating Currents of Electricity and Hope by William Kamkwamba and Bryan Mealer

This is a true story of Malawian innovator William Kamkwamba. Facing drought and poverty, William, at 14, dropped out of school but not out of learning. By reading a salvaged library book, he taught himself to build a wind turbine from scrap parts to bring electricity and water to his village.

The book is an incredible testament to the power of curiosity, resourcefulness, self-education, and perseverance against overwhelming odds. It's a motivational spark for anyone feeling limited by their circumstances.

A copy of this one can be found (Here)

Nember three is : The Power of One by Bryce Courtenay

Set in 20th-century South Africa, this novel follows Peekay, an English boy growing up during the rise of apartheid. While fiction, it’s a deeply moving exploration of personal courage, the fight against prejudice, and the profound influence of mentors.

His journey from an isolated boy to a boxing champion and unifier shows how one individual, committed to their moral code, can truly make a difference. The personal growth theme is about finding your inner strength ("The Power of One") and embracing the concept of "doing good."

Find this book (Here)

Number four is : Professional Troublemaker ;The Fear-Fighter Manual by Luvvie Ajayi Jones 

A straight-talking, funny, and deeply encouraging guide on overcoming fear to live a bigger, bolder life. Nigerian-American author Luvvie Ajayi Jones encourages readers to "do it afraid," arguing that fear isn't a sign to stop, but a signal that you're about to do something important.

Drawing on personal stories and cultural observations, she provides a clear manual for speaking up, standing in your truth, and challenging the status quo. It’s an energizing read for anyone paralyzed by self-doubt or the fear of failure.

Find a copy on Amazon

And finally - Number five is : We Should All Be Feminists by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie

Based on her popular TEDx talk, this short, powerful essay uses the Nigerian-American experience to advocate for a more inclusive and global definition of feminism.

While primarily a social commentary, its personal growth component lies in the sharp, accessible way Adichie challenges deeply ingrained societal norms, encouraging both men and women to rethink their roles and expectations. It's essential reading for personal evolution in understanding gender dynamics and fighting for equality, starting with oneself.

Click here to find a copy of this lovely book. 

That's all folks.

More power to your life. 

The Sanyu Daily Team.