She's sharpening her axe, says go-getter

IN A world where challenges often overshadow possibilities, Marlaine Nair stands out as someone who sees solutions where others see roadblocks.

- SIPHO JACK

A public servant, mediator, motivator, and teacher at heart, Nair has dedicated her life to helping people especially women and youth to unlock their potential by transforming the way they think.

She described to the Daily News how she overcame personal threats in the political arena to championing mental health and empowerment of others.

Nair, a member of KwaZulu-Natal Legislature, where she chairs the Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs' portfolio committee, has lived a life that is a testament to her resilience, faith, and purpose.

She said one of the greatest qualities was her ability to see solutions where others saw problems, and Nair never shies away, even when dealing with strangers.

"I'm also a teacher at heart, passionate about breaking down complex ideas, especially when it comes to the Bible, so that the messages are easy to understand.

Along the way, I've also become an accredited commercial mediator and a motivator, helping people see possibilities where they thought there were none."