Dear Sis Dolly

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On the eve of Drum Magazine’s 75th celebration, Khetiwe, a quirky, idealistic, and over-achieving psychologist in her 30s, has dedicated her life to running Legae, a free mental health centre in her beloved Meadowlands community. But with the centre on the brink of bankruptcy and closure, she seizes an unexpected opportunity: competing for the role of Drum’s iconic agony aunt, Sis Dolly. Winning the position could mean not only helping people nationwide but also earning the funds needed to save Legae. As Khetiwe throws herself into the competition, she finds herself in increasingly precarious and comical situations—ones that force her to confront her own wounds even as she offers brilliant advice to others. Having long shut out love and neglected family members who need her, she embarks on a journey of self-discovery. Through the power of community, self-love, and compassion, she learns that sometimes, the very help we give others is what we need most ourselves.

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