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Poetry: That Letter In My Hand

Nyaladzi Lester Kole Literature

By Kwanele Mntungwa

I had a letter in my hand,

Crafted with a bleeding ink.

With letters of my abdication..

The letter was a password,

A passport to a better country.

I viewed this country,

Smiling with tears of sorrow,

Perhaps l will miss it.

I heard the noise of squirrels and birds,

Irritating me with joyful sounds.

They will miss me as well.

The last camera for my departure,

Was this long top place of the mountain.

Suddenly,

An uninvited guest approached me,

Furiously and fascinating.

The illusion faded,

I vanished to the ground,

Appearing on the ground from the mountain,

With a Baptist mindset.

That black mamba

Saved my life!

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Nyaladzi Lester Kole

My full name is Nyaladzi Lester Kole, and I come from Plumtree, Zimbabwe. My educational journey began in primary school, where I attended three different institutions: Mlomwe Primary School for my early grades (1 to 3), Nopemano Primary School for my middle years (4 to 6), and culminating at Thekwane Primary School for my final primary year (Grade 7). For secondary education, I continued my studies at Thekwane High School, navigating Forms 1 to 6, where I developed a deeper appreciation for learning and personal growth. Following my secondary education, I pursued higher education at the National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST), where I earned a degree in Media in Publishing Studies and proudly graduated in 2021. Professionally, I've had the privilege of working with a variety of organizations, gaining diverse experiences that have enriched my career. I began my journey at College Press, where I honed my skills as a copy editor. I then took on the role of personal assistant at Nomina Music, developing organizational and communication skills. My passion for storytelling found a home at CURE Children's Hospital of Zimbabwe, where I engaged with children through creative narratives. As a project manager at Vision to Africa, I coordinated efforts to bring impactful projects to fruition before transitioning to my current role at Scrivener as a publisher and writer, where I combine my love for literature and publishing. Beyond my professional life, I consider myself a multifaceted creative. I have explored various artistic avenues, including graphic design, photography, and music production. In the realm of music, I produce under the moniker Stainless Kole, where I express my musical creativity and collaborate with others to create unique sounds.

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