Phindile Sithole-Spong

At-a-Glance

Won the PICA award for "Best non-professional writer of the year" for her article in Elle Magazine South Africa (Feb 2012).
Named one of South Africa's 200 Young South African's under 30 by the Mail & Guardian for her advocacy work (2014).
Founder at Sonka Design & Heritage since 2017.
Founder & Chief Executive Officer at Rebranding HIV (Pty) Ltd from 2013 to 2016.
Served as a Talk Show Host at Soul City Institute from 2016 to 2019.
Holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in English Literature (British and Commonwealth) & Media.

Biography

Phindile Sithole-Spong is a storyteller, designer, and advocate known for transforming global narratives around HIV and promoting empowerment. She has collaborated with organizations such as UNAIDS and the Gates Foundation, working to shift policies and inspire young people to view HIV not as a limitation. Her career includes serving as Founder & Chief Executive Officer of Rebranding HIV (Pty) Ltd from 2013 to 2016, and as a Contributing Writer for YALI Africa from 2012 to 2016.