Journey to Jo’burg – Beverley Naidoo (ISBN: 9780008726478)
Journey to Jo’burg is a powerful children’s novel by Beverley Naidoo, first published in 1985. Set in apartheid‑era South Africa, the story follows Naledi and her younger brother Tiro, who undertake a dangerous 300‑kilometre journey to Johannesburg to find their mother after their baby sister becomes gravely ill. Along the way, they encounter the harsh realities of poverty, racism, and injustice, but also discover courage, resilience, and solidarity.

This edition (ISBN: 9780008726478), published by HarperCollins, remains a landmark text in children’s literature. It introduces young readers to themes of family, inequality, social justice, and hope, making it both an engaging story and an important educational resource.