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Message to all women in south africa
By Deputy Minister of Communications, Stella NdabeniAbrahams (Opinion Piece) In August we celebrate the numerous actions by courageous women on our road to democracy. Women’s Month is also an opportunity to reflect on the strides we have made since democracy. Most people associate Women’s Month with August 9, 1956 - when thousands of women marched to the Union Buildings in defiance of unjust pass laws. However, we dare not forget how 700 women marched with Charlotte Maxeke in Bloemfontein in June 1913 in defiance of the pass system. Nor should we forget the contributions of
countless other heroines whose selfless acts paved the way for our democracy. It is often said that change is the only constant. Throughout our history there have been seismic moments which have ushered in significant change. However, there are also times when change is frustratingly slow. One such case is the empowerment of women since 1994. While we can rightly claim many victories and can point to our Constitution, which protects the rights of all, and the raft of legislation that government has implemented, there is still room for much improvement. Some might argue that em-
Congratulations to the winners of 2015 Miss/Mr Ratanda Secondary School on Saturday, August 15. This year’s Queen - Noluthando Masondo, 1st Princess Kanetse Ngakane and 2nd Princess Jabulile Radebe The King - Makhosonke Makana, 1st Prince Lucky Mabuza and 2nd Prince Mduduzi Ngwenya
powering women is nothing but a feel-good exercise. However, history has taught us that economies grow and flourish when women are involved. When more women work, economies grow.
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MAHALA! TAKE ONE! VOL.2 - #17 21-28 AUG 2015
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In her budget vote earlier this year, the Minister of Women, Susan Shabangu stated: “Empowering women to participate fully in economic life across all sectors is essential to building stronger economies that create jobs and accessible opportunities to women. We all agree that an improved economy can improve the lives of women and children and thereby build stronger families, communities and society.” continue on PAGE 3
The next pageant will take place will crown Miss/Mr Khanya Lesedi on the 5th September. The finale will be on the October 3 to crown Miss/Mr Ratanda High School 2015. For more information, contact Lloyd Love Entertainment on 081-551-9543 or email info. lloydlove@gmail.com
The newly unveiled life size statue of Mam Bertha Gxowa erected at the Keditselana Cultural Village, Katlehong.