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EmpowaWomen Leading Fearlessly. Accelerating Growth. Transforming Economies
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🇿🇦We speak often about women leading fearlessly, taking their seats and transforming economies. But no woman can fully p...
15/09/2026

🇿🇦We speak often about women leading fearlessly, taking their seats and transforming economies. But no woman can fully participate in society while fear shapes how she travels, works, lives and returns home.

đź‘ĄWe mourn our sisters whose lives have been taken and extend our deepest condolences to their families and loved ones.

At EmpowaWomen, we stand firmly for every woman’s right to live freely, move safely and exist without fear.

Her safety is not a privilege. It is her right.

Listen. Act. Protect. Change.

14/09/2026

đź“ŤWHEN WOMEN LEAD, ECONOMIES MOVE.

“The partnership with Empowaworx on EmpowaWomen is a critical one for us because it allows us to not only surface the brilliance of women in business, but to also share those really good experiences and nuances that lead to success beyond the boardroom.

And that is why we are saying: EmpowaHer, because women who lead fearlessly can accelerate growth and bring economic inclusion in the country.”

Kgalaletso Tlhoaele
Executive: Enterprise Development, Absa Business Bank

đź“ŤLearn more: www.empowaher.co.za

14/09/2026

đź“ŤTHE ROAD TO NOVEMBER STARTS IN CAPE TOWN.

Thulisa Bianca Sosibo, Lead: EmpowaEntrepreneurs, heads to GEC+Africa 2026 with a clear focus: building the relationships that can unlock what comes next for entrepreneurs.

As we build towards the EmpowaEntrepreneurs Pitch Festival, 16 to 22 November 2026, we are looking to connect with funders, investors, corporate partners, enterprise development leaders, ecosystem partners and entrepreneurs ready to pitch and grow.

If you are looking to fund, invest, partner, open markets or put your business in the room, connect with us.

The connections start now. The pitch comes in November.

đź“© Reach out directly to Thulisa:

[[email protected]](mailto:[email protected])

11/09/2026

For Tshepang Thatelo, Director of Thatelo Attorneys & Conveyancers and Non-Executive Director on the Joburg Property Company Board, one of the biggest takeaways from was clear: women have opportunities available to them, but action and readiness matter.

Funding is possible. Networks exist. Policies can create pathways. But businesses must have their documentation, compliance and foundations in order to take advantage of those opportunities.

“We know about opportunities. We are dreamers, but today we’re talking practicality.”

That is what was built to do: move the conversation from possibility to practical action.

As Tshepang puts it: “There’s so much out there for us… the world is ours.” 💗 |

For more information about EmpowaWomen, visit:
www.empowawomen.co.za

10/09/2026

THE WORK MATTERS. STAY THE COURSE. 🌱💚

Our very own Sis Khanyi Mlambo, Managing Director of Lighthouse Leadership Advisory, received the EmpowaWomen Sustainability Champion Award, recognising her leadership and continued commitment to sustainability and the green economy.

For Sis Khanyi, this recognition carries a powerful reminder:

“This award says we are seen, we are recognised, and we matter.”

Her message is to stay the course. To remain committed to what you believe in and continue doing the work, even when it feels like progress is slow.

Because the work does matter.

Congratulations, Sis Khanyi. Thank you for continuing to lead, challenge and push the agenda forward. 🌱💚

For more information about EmpowaWomen, visit:
www.empowawomen.co.za

10/09/2026

INSIDE THE EXHIBITION: START BEFORE YOU’RE READY. 💗

Mitterra Sibanda , Co-Founder and CEO of , built a brand around a gap she saw in the beauty industry: skincare created with melanin-rich consumers in mind.

Her advice to women with an idea is simple:

“Start now, and you will perfect as you go along.”

The Exhibition created space for women-led businesses to showcase what they are building, connect and be seen.

Now, we carry that momentum forward to the EmpowaHer Leadership Summit’2026 , creating space for the next generation of young women to learn, connect and take their next step.

Know a young woman ready for what comes next? Nominate her for the EmpowaHer Leadership Summit’2026. 💗

đź“Ťhttps://www.empowaher.co.za/nomination-form[Link in Bio]

10/09/2026

INSIDE THE EXHIBITION: START BEFORE YOU’RE READY. 💗

Mittera Sibanda, Co-Founder and CEO of Melora Skin, built a brand around a gap she saw in the beauty industry: skincare created with melanin-rich consumers in mind.

Her advice to women with an idea is simple:

“Start now, and you will perfect as you go along.”

The Exhibition created space for women-led businesses to showcase what they are building, connect and be seen.

Now, we carry that momentum forward to the EmpowaHer Leadership Summit’2026 , creating space for the next generation of young women to learn, connect and take their next step.

Know a young woman ready for what comes next? Nominate her for the EmpowaHer Leadership Summit’2026. 💗

đź“Ťhttps://www.empowaher.co.za/nomination-form[Link in Bio]

10/09/2026

EXCELLENCE IS NOT JUST A STANDARD. IT IS A RESPONSIBILITY. đź‘‘

Gugu Mthembu, Chief Marketing Officer of Telkom, receives the EmpowaWomen CMO Excellence Award, recognising a leader whose excellence extends beyond achievement to the opportunities she creates for others.

For Gugu, recognition comes with responsibility.

“Excellence is not just a standard, but also a responsibility.”

A responsibility to raise the standard in everything we do, to lead with purpose and to use our influence to create pathways for those coming behind us.

As Gugu reminds us, “Excellence creates opportunities for other people to thrive.

That is how excellence becomes legacy.

As we celebrate the women leading today, we must continue investing in the women who will lead tomorrow.

Through EmpowaHer , we are creating pathways for the next generation of young women to access development, mentorship, networks and opportunities that can accelerate their journeys.

Know a young woman ready for what comes next? Nominate her for EmpowaHer Leadership Summit’26. 💗

https://www.empowaher.co.za/nomination-form [Link In Bio]

07/09/2026

FUNDING. MARKETS. NETWORKS. THIS IS HOW WOMEN-LED BUSINESSES SCALE. đź’—

Hazel Khumalo, Managing Director: Head Pan-Africa Sales, Investor Services, Corporate and Investment Banking at Absa Group, delivered a practical message on what it truly takes to grow a women-led business.

Funding provides the capital to move forward. Market access connects businesses to new customers, regions and opportunities across the full supply chain. Networks and strategic partnerships bring the knowledge, sponsorship and support needed to strengthen the business, grow the brand and expand its reach.

Her message went beyond helping women start businesses. It was about ensuring that women-led businesses have what they need to grow, compete and scale.

The work continues through .

See you at . đź’—

07/09/2026

Dr .magopeni Tshangana received the EmpowaWomen Media Excellence Award 2026, recognising her contribution to journalism, media oversight and accountability.

Currently serving as Executive Director of the Press Council of South Africa, she reflected on what the recognition represented beyond her own journey: every woman working in the demanding spaces of media and journalism.

Her message to young women was clear: opportunities will not simply be handed to us. Women must push doors open, claim their space and use their influence responsibly.

“Thank you for seeing me.”

Congratulations, Dr Phathiswa Magopeni Tshangana. Your work, courage and impact have been seen. đź‘‘

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