Sabelo Gift Mkhonza

Sabelo Gift Mkhonza is a skilled communications practitioner based in Johannesburg, South Africa, with a strong foundation in social media marketing and digital communications. Backed by a Degree in Communication Science from the University of South Africa and a Diploma in Journalism, Sabelo has honed a career rooted in storytelling, audience engagement, and brand strategy. His ability to merge communication principles with digital tools has positioned him as an asset across several roles in customer support, call center management, and digital engagement.

Over the course of more than a decade, Sabelo has built a diverse portfolio of experience, having worked with organisations such as Bytes People Solutions, XLink Communications, SURGO, and Sectional Title Support Service. His roles have included responsibilities ranging from call center operations and customer service to team coordination and internal systems support. Throughout, Sabelo has maintained a strong commitment to effective communication, user satisfaction, and the elevation of brand voices in customer-facing environments.

Within the Climate Change Writers South Africa team, Sabelo served as one of the Social Media Managers, playing a crucial role in advancing the organisation’s online visibility and community engagement. His work helped shape the digital presence of a dynamic collective of climate storytellers, researchers, and youth advocates. From February to April, his contribution supported the amplification of climate narratives through article promotion, social media content strategy, and cross-platform engagement, helping the team reach a broader audience committed to sustainability and climate justice.

Sabelo's dedication to impactful storytelling and digital advocacy made him an integral part of the Climate Change Writers South Africa initiative. Through his expertise in digital marketing and his passion for meaningful communication, he helped bring the voices of young climate champions to the forefront. His work embodies the intersection of communication and activism, contributing to a stronger, more connected community of environmental storytellers across South Africa.