SEDIBENG. – A former resident of Rus-Ter-Vaal, Ronnie Eric van der Merwe, now residing in Braamfischer, Soweto, has written an autobiography.

From the Inside Out is Van der Merwe’s second book, which he promises will be more revealing and entertaining than his first – his memoir Over the Rainbow. Van der Merwe said that the autobiography is an honest look at his life, where he delves into the most sacred spaces of his soul and leaves no stone unturned.

These include his sexuality, HIV/AIDS, COVID, and adoption.

Van der Merwe is proudly gay, and a single parent to a 10-year-old girl.

“There is no shame but only gratitude as I highlight my mistakes and triumphs. I also proudly stand up for my faith and beliefs. In doing so, I hope that my book will inspire readers to fight for their beliefs too,” he said.

Van der Merwe is a professional nurse at Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital, and his official book launch at the Rus-Ter-Vaal Library is scheduled for September 6.

“I have learned how to turn my wounds into wisdom, and I want to share that with my readers. Our secrets make us sick.”