The Carbon Smart Skills Development Programme is an innovative project in Cape Town that empowers jobless women through ecoconscious skills training. The curriculum includes green building concepts, small to mediumsized enterprise development, and soft skills for the workplace. A unique aspect of the program is the use of alien invasive species for environmentally friendly building materials. The initiative equips women with skills to succeed in the growing green economy, benefiting the community as a whole.
The SPAR Women’s Challenge in Cape Town is a road race exclusively for women that promotes women’s health, empowerment, and raises awareness and funds to end genderbased violence. The event offers a 10 km race and a 5 km fun walk/run and is dedicated to improving women’s lives through donations of sanitary pads and supporting abuse survivors. Over 14,000 women are expected to participate in the race, which is more than just a race but a celebration of community spirit and wellbeing.
The City of Cape Town’s Local Tourism Forum focuses on women in the tourism industry, highlighting their valuable contributions and advocating for increased representation in leadership roles. The forum challenges gender stereotypes and sets a benchmark for creating a more equitable, inclusive, and sustainable industry. The city’s commitment towards responsible tourism aligns with its dedication to gender parity, and it serves as an excellent example for other cities to follow. Although the path towards complete equality is lengthy, Cape Town’s initiative shows that the ultimate goal is within reach.
Minister Kubayi addressed the International Women’s Day gathering in East London, highlighting the enduring stereotypes and cultural prejudices that impede women’s advancement in sectors traditionally dominated by men. She emphasized the need to invest in women and urged women to become pioneers in the market. Despite progress in women’s rights, Kubayi drew attention to the continuing struggle with gender inequality.
The Eastern Cape Department of Rural Development and Agrarian Reform (DRDAR) has taken a significant step towards empowering women in agriculture by promoting household food gardens. These initiatives spark economic freedom for both farmers and their employees, as evidenced by the success of Nontuthuzelo Mbele from Goso Village in the Alfred Nzo District.
Deputy Minister of Forestry, Fisheries, and the Environment, Ms. Makhotso Sotyu, urges South Africans to join the global community in commemorating Desertification and Drought Day 2023. This year’s campaign, under the theme “Her Land. Her Rights,” emphasizes the crucial role of women in land restoration and combating desertification.
During his address, Deputy President Mashatile touched upon a range of topics that have been affecting South Africa and its citizens. Apart from acknowledging the devastating impact of the COVID19 pandemic, he also spoke about the government’s efforts to combat it.
Suraya Williams, a gifted seamstress from Cape Town, South Africa, transformed her mourning after her mother’s death into an opportunity to inspire and empower young women in her community. In 2018, she founded the Design26 Foundation to provide skills, jobs, and a more positive outlook on life for young women in Mitchell’s Plain, an area with a high youth unemployment rate of 43.4% in South Africa.
In recent years, South Africa has seen a positive shift in its approach to human settlements, thanks to Deputy Minister Pam Tshwete and the Department of Human Settlements. With the implementation of the innovative District Development Model, various spheres of government have been able to collaborate more effectively, resulting in improved service delivery.
Minister Patricia de Lille recently spoke at the Women in Tourism Breakfast during the Africa Travel Indaba. In her speech, the Minister emphasized the importance of supporting and uplifting women within the tourism sector and acknowledged the challenges faced by women in the industry. She urged them to rise to the occasion, claim their rights and act on them.
Recycling cardboard is often viewed as a way to reduce waste and protect the environment, but for six women in Durban, South Africa, it is much more than that. These women, all single mothers, rely on recycling cardboard to survive and provide for their families.
Jungle Theatre Company’s Makhulu Indlovu: Celebrating African Culture and Empowering Women
Jungle Theatre Company’s latest production, Makhulu Indlovu, is an exceptional cultural experience that delves into the African heritage of previously disadvantaged women. Inspired by a Kenyan folktale, the play narrates the story of elephants on a mission to bury their matriarch’s bones, leading to the healing of old wounds and enhancing their relationship with humans.
Zeitgeist’s commitment to reducing their environmental impact goes beyond just their color palette and local manufacturing. The brand takes pride in using sustainable fabrics such as organic cotton and recycled polyester in their designs. They also limit their use of plastic and paper in their packaging, opting instead for reusable and recyclable materials.