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“8:45 a.m. The dream just escaped me again.”
Frances Quinlan (born 1986) first seen 2015 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: The Knock," (2015) as quoted by
“I did not have much vision, I did not even look up to something because I did not have hopes of going to secondary school, so how could I have a dream when I was not seeing any future.”
Maud Kamatenesi Mugisha (born 1969) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“I fulfilled a childhood dream of understanding how life started and how all human beings are eternal.”
Habiba Bouhamed Chaabouni (born 1950) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“You didn’t dream too far because in that environment, there aren’t many people who have gone far.”
Tebello Nyokong (born 1951) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“Uhhhm! People would say, why don’t you do this as a hobby. Which was perfectly logical. At the end of the day, I had to put food on the table and I had the degree. But then I had this thing which appeared to be a dream, people gave me a lot of pragmatic advice; do it on the side, do it at night… but I am rather stubborn or rather if I do something I don’t’ like, I don’t put in 100%.”
Doreen Baingana (born 1966) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“My dream is to produce a commercially viable water nanofilter that removes contaminants in one filtration cycle, enabling rural African families to install affordable water filters in their homes. It is to have a continent where everyone can access safe and clean drinking water.”
Jane Catherine Ngila (born 1961) first seen 2022 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: University World News, 2022
“It had always been a long dream but I had to be my own therapist, enjoy this thing, go with the flow and do what I had to do.”
Layi Wasabi wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“I had always had this big dream of becoming a singer but the truth is I was terrified of what everyone would think of me.”
Tonye Garrick (born 1983) first seen 2018 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Tonye Garrick: the singer getting Nigeria dancing. 08 October 2018, True Africa.
“I lost myself to a dream I had And I’d never give it all away But I miss feeling like a person”
Soccer Mommy (born 1997) first seen 2022 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Still,” (2022) as quoted by
“Disillusions all come from within...from the failure of some dear and secret hope. The world makes no promises; we only dream it does; and when we wake, we cry!”
John Oliver Hobbes (1867–1906) said by 1906 at the latest wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“Home from the lonely cities, time's wreck, and the naked woe, Home through the clean great waters where freemen's pennants blow, Home to the land men dream of, where all the nations go.”
George Edward Woodberry (1855–1930) first seen 1899 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Homeward Bound", in Wild Eden (1899), p. 45
“In the far days of the past, so far back that they seem like a beautiful, hallowed dream, I learned to know and love Don Bosco, then in the zenith of his great achievements, a living and powerful force for good.”
Mary Paulina Finn (1842–1935) first seen 1916 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: The Venerable Don Bosco, the Apostle of Youth (1916)
“To have lost even the why or the what for - to dream and to wake with the weight of even the mechanical why even the mechanical wherefore -”
Joan Metelerkamp (born 1956) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“I loved writing so much that I ran a very successful school magazine back in high school. I was always told Windhoek is too big to make it and reminded that I will never make it. So, the dream I chased the hardest when I came to the city was definitely writing.”
Top Cheri (born 1991) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“It's a dream to make a documentary about the story of my mother and our family. It's a way of paying tribute and also taking control of my life. I'm the one who knows what I went through to be here, what I built. As an artist, I want to tell relevant stories that contribute to making the world a better place than it is.”
Heloísa Jorge (born 1984) first seen 2022 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Heloisa Jorge plays a pastor in a soap opera, talks about faith, inclusion and will film a film about the saga of the family that came from Angola; By Heloisa Tolipan, retrieved on 12/01/2022
“To be honest, I wanted to be Miss World or the next Naomi Campbell. I held on to the dream for a while (laughs).”
Vimbai Mutinhiri (born 1987) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“I started because of a dream. It took a very long time, because I didn't understand it well. This was in 1965 and in 1974, I started the work".”
Noria Mabasa (born 1938) first seen 2011 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Noria Mabasa", South African History Online (17 February 2011).
“I always went back to the moment I wrote Black Mampatile. I was alone then, not waiting for anyone’s validation. I remembered to dream again. I always wanted to go back to the girl who wrote that song. I prayed to God to get me back to that girl”
Amantle Brown (born 1993) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“Art is always artful, a ruse, a trick. It is a court fool, jumping up and down, aping its masters. Art is part of the dream that we inhabit.”
Deborah Poynton (born 1970) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“It’s almost like a dream, but I try not to live in that feeling as I have to work very hard to keep winning.”
Elsa Majimbo (born 2001) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“The Olympics is a big stage, and it’s my dream. I’ve succeeded in everything else, and the only thing left is the Olympic (gold).”
Gudaf Tsegay (born 1997) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“I had the dream of producing my work, I wanted to try some ideas that I solidified throughout over the years,The album Nha Sunhu (2015) is the result of that, that thirst of independence”
Eneida Marta (born 1960) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“I wanna eventually buy my parents their dream home and make sure they don’t need to work another day in their life.”
Tyla (born 2002) first seen 2021 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Dunn, Frankie (3 April 2021). "Tyla is on a mission to become South Africa's biggest popstar". i-D. Vice.
“I have lived my childhood dream and given everything I could to the badge. Every match, every moment, and every experience has been a privilege that I will cherish forever.”
Dirkie Chamberlain (born 1986) first seen 2024 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Hockey | Dirkie Chamberlain calls time on her International career,20 September 2024,Written by SA Sportspress
“I’ve had a couple of setbacks in my career since the 2012 Olympics and I just really wanted to go there again, because it is the pinnacle of hockey and was always my dream”
Dirkie Chamberlain (born 1986) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“My dream remains to sing a song in Soussia, the important thing is that it be Amazigh, and I will start practicing the pronunciation of the words until I pronounce them correctly”
Asma Lamnawar (born 1978) first seen 2024 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Moroccan Artist Asma Lamnawar Embraces Amazigh Identity, Expresses Pride in Heritage,By Amazigh World News, retrieved on April 26, 2024
“I have always had a dream to take part in an Olympic Games, and losing my leg didn't change anything.”
Natalie du Toit (born 1984) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“It doesn't matter if you look different. You're still the same as everybody else because you have the same dream.”
Natalie du Toit (born 1984) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“Once your dream is fulfilled you face another one.”
Natalie du Toit (born 1984) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“I say, 'If I'm able to go out there and achieve a dream, then anybody can do it.”
Natalie du Toit (born 1984) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“I really am living my dream at the moment, and am just keeping focused on enjoying the journey and taking it one moment at a time.”
Lara van Niekerk (born 2003) first seen 2023 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: South Africa's Lara van Niekerk: Thriving through adversity,06 February 2023,By Ockert de Villiers
“Winning the world championship was a dream of mine since I was a little girl. I trained so hard to achieve that goal and it was definitely the best feeling ever.”
Farida Osman (born 1995) first seen 2018 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Farida Osman: Yes I am Egyptian but I can be faster than others,24 Jan 2018, by Yasmine Hassan
“I think greatness in life is to follow your dream, work hard, fight and never give up till you reach your goal. Then pass your experience and success to others in an attempt to give back to your community.”
Farida Osman (born 1995) first seen 2016 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Meet the Olympians: Farida Osman,June 18, 2016,Posted by Cresi Heslop
“The audience for this TV show is such that all artists dream of performing on it.”
Mariam Coulibaly (born 1977) first seen 2012 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Women's Tribune: Mariam Coulibaly, TV presenter in Ivory Coast: "When you're in a woman's sights, you have to be careful.By Bassératou KINDO, retrieved on August 8, 2012
“I dream of playing wherever I am asked. Where the public calls for me. The question would be why the promoters took so long to invite me? But as they say everything is won in teams.”
Monique Séka (born 1965) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“Law was my father’s dream. I never really saw myself practicing it because I knew what I wanted to do. He was a lawyer himself so I felt like I could at least give it a try.”
Dorra Zarrouk (born 1980) first seen 2018 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Our exclusive interview with Tunisian actress Dorra Zarrouk, By Georgie Bradley, retrieved on November 30, 2018
“A new dawn rising. Woke up with a heart so full and content. Last night a little girl’s dream became her reality. South Africa I dedicate the next 365 days in service of you. For my people, with my people, together. Ps. Thank you to each and every person who commented, who wrote, who supported. I promise to get back to you as soon as possible. All my love.”
Tamaryn Green (born 1994) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“The word that comes to mind is blessed. I have had 12 full months of living this dream job and giving over in two days does feel, I feel heartsore. Even though I have to have a lot of gratitude and be thankful I will definitely miss being Miss South Africa so actively”
Natasha Joubert (born 1997) first seen 2024 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Exclusive: Natasha Joubert on ending reign as Miss SA,9 August 2024
“Education in its broadest sense—to learn to be a good worker who can move on in life and be a good citizen – that’s the best hope for democracy. The American Dream is open to everybody if you take advantage of education.”
Dede Alpert (born 1945) first seen 2025 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Dede Alpert Retrieved 6 April 2025
“The dream,the passion mean NOTHING if they aren't backed by hardwork,smart navigation,and deep PRAYER.”
Anita Erskine (born 1978) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“My life isn’t all peaches and cream; I have failed many times but I have also won many times. You do not give up; you keep pushing. I have a dream and I am living it every single day. Live your truth and be kind to yourself. Most importantly support other women.”
Caroline Esinam Adzogble first seen 2020 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Meet Caroline Esinam Adzogble,July 10, 2020,by My Story Magazine
“This future is not a distant dream – it is within our grasp, waiting to be realised through bold leadership and strategic investment in digital innovation.”
Patricia Obo-Nai first seen 2024 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Full Text: Speech delivered by CEO of Telecel Ghana Patricia Obo-Nai at 8th CEO Summit,May 27, 2024,
“Focus on your dream! Choose your circle! And don’t neglect your school! Just believe in yourself, you don’t need anyone.”
Melinda Kgadiete (born 1992) first seen 2021 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Melinda Kgadiete: Focus on your dream!,09 November 2021,by CAF Women's League
“Since I was a child, I have always had a dream: that one day I shall build a big house where all unfortunate people can live and enjoy life.”
Achta Djibrine Sy (born 1962) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“I have to capitalize information, think about women’s situation and help them in different ways. I wanted Chadian women to be self-dependent and self-confident. My dream was to boast their capabilities in order to achieve their responsibilities and act for peace in the country.”
Achta Djibrine Sy (born 1962) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“I will stop acting when I am 97. That’s my cut off. I don’t dream about producing or directing or anything else… acting is my passion. Even [if] it means going months without work, what is meant to be always comes around”
Nthati Moshesh (born 1969) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“I feel extremely delighted especially at the mere thought of achieving my dream. As a child growing up, I always wanted to be a pilot and my late dad made sure that he did all what it takes to make me succeed.”
Aluel James Bol (born 1984) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“The first time (I toured) the United States was a dream come true; this time it’s to make my name truly well-known”
Khaira Arby (1959–2018) said by 2018 at the latest wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“I said, “That’s how to give opportunities to dream to those people who suffered so much from the war.” And I put in a swimming pool.”
Marguerite Barankitse (born 1957) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“I’ve learnt to always be ready because a dream can happen in five minutes just from an audition and getting casted”
Nunu Khumalo (born 1992) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source