Who is Thandi's best friend in the novel, What We Lose?

Aminah is Thandi's best friend, and someone she has known since she was a child. Born to African-American parents, Aminah is more secure in her place as an African-American than Thandi, and as a result, she serves as a stable presence in her friend's life. As someone who is ingrained in the social fabric of America, Aminah is able to pursue an interracial relationship, highlighting the future path of the country. Though she is stern with Thandi, she cares deeply for her friend, taking care of her when she is pregnant and doling out honest opinions that Thandi is not exposed to otherwise.