Women Empowerment
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Portraits of Power celebrates women who changed the course of history
The 'Portraits of Power' exhibition has officially opened at the historic Union Buildings in Pretoria, honouring women who have made significant contributions globally. Hosted by…
Power of Women 2026 nominations are now open
The Mail & Guardian is calling for nominations for the Power of Women 2026, an initiative celebrating extraordinary women whose work, leadership, and ideas are shaping a stronger…
Nishka Hemrajh
As chief of staff at Antimatter, Nishka Hemrajh, (https://www.linkedin.com/in/nishka-hemrajh/ Instagram: nishka.hemrajh) 29, is the chief executive's strategic thought partner…
Savannah Cozzi
For Savannah Cozzi, connection is not a soft skill — it is a catalyst for change. Whether she is bringing women together to build professional networks or creating educational…
Khethiwe Nene
Khethiwe Nene believes the end of trauma should never be the end of someone's story. Through her work, she is helping women rebuild their lives, proving that dignity, opportunity…
Designing with soul: How Bulelwa Jordan-Tati shapes spaces that Feel
Bulelwa Jordan-Tati reflects on crafting meaningful spaces and shares her views on interior design trends for 2026
The evergreen love of Karyn White
From laundry-filled mornings to soul-soaked afternoons, she remains the soundtrack of South African Sundays and grown-woman clarity
Miss SA 2025 Qhawekazi Mazaleni on pageantry, purpose and possibility
She’s a researcher, speech therapist, author — and now Miss South Africa. But for Qhawekazi Mazaleni, it’s all part of one calling
Diary: Usha Seejarim at Southern Guild, Zoë Modiga empowers her voice, Onset Music Group releases Voicenote
Your essential dose of art and culture
Patriarchy takes centre stage in the world of jazz
The music sector is rife with discrimination and harassment, making it difficult for women
Momentum shines a spotlight on social codes impacting women’s finances
The annual #SheOwnsHerSuccess campaign is all about enabling success for women
What various coalition scenarios could mean for broad-based BEE
As the political horse trading begins, the fate of the controversial policy is uncertain
Three catalytic interventions to boost women in science in SA
We must ensure that adequate investment is directed towards uplifting women and girls
End of an era as empowerment icon hands over the reins of the NEF
National Empowerment Fund leader Philisiwe Mthethwa steps down
We must continue to empower women entrepreneurs to grow Africa
If we increase the number of high-growth, women-founded startups, they can bridge the inclusivity gaps in their respective economies and societies