Hanif

Hanif is the manager at the Assistive Technology Centre of the South African National Council for the Blind with more than 30 years of experience in the assistive technology and IT fields. Hanif’s passion is assistive technology and advocating for key issues affecting people with disabilities and more specifically the blind and vision impaired. He shares his love for Assistive Technologies through sharing information through his work and via social media and relevant events in order to spread the knowledge and awareness around new technologies and the challenges relating to AT for PWDs. A strong believer in the rights of persons with disabilities and the philosophy of “nothing about us without us”, he regularly push for the affordability and accessability of AT and matching the correct assistive technology solutions with a person in order for them to reach their full capacity. Hanif enjoys a good Netflix and Apple TV+ binge but can also be found walking both his guide dogs looking for cookies .

The Silent Ache of Loneliness in a World of Fleeting Connections

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In today’s world, relationships seem increasingly disposable, driven by the chase for instant gratification rather than a deep and lasting connection. It’s easier than ever to walk away when things get difficult, to avoid vulnerability, and to hide behind temporary pleasures. But in doing so, we miss out on something truly invaluable: real love, the … Read more

Some things I have learned in 2024:

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Introduction:   2024 has been a year of profound lessons—some born out of heartbreak, others out of unexpected kindness. As I reflect on the experiences that have shaped me, I realize that growth often comes from the most challenging times. The following are thoughts I’ve gathered from my journey this year, drawn from moments of … Read more

The Weight of Words: Finding Clarity in the Darkness

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Sometimes, I wish people would just hear me and understand that I want to express what’s inside me without seeking anything more. Sometimes, simply giving voice to these feelings is a way of finding a bit of clarity amidst everything weighing on me.   It feels like the depth of my pain has reached a … Read more

A Collision of Fear, Pain, and Stubborn Hope

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Today feels like I’m trapped in an endless loop of fear, pain, and the stubborn ember of hope that refuses to burn out. I was in a car accident when I took an Uber to go to my destination to have some matters taken care of. The accident rattled me more than I can express. … Read more

The Devastating Impact of Being Falsely Accused

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Being falsely accused or convicted can have a profoundly devastating impact on every aspect of your life, as evidenced by this study: Psychological impact of being wrongfully accused of criminal offences: A systematic literature review – Samantha K Brooks, Neil Greenberg, 2021   Some Impacts   Change in Self-Identity False accusations can lead to a … Read more