By KOPANO MONAHENG
AUGUST may have come and gone but many women still feel not much was done to improve their situations.
Now is the time to reflect on the progress women have made and the challenges that still lie ahead.
Ezimtoti News chat to a couple of women across Mzansi to hear what they have to say about Women’s Month.
Nondlala Tyakathe from Kagiso, West Rand, says women deserve to be celebrated 365 days a year and that 30 days is not enough.
She said that to get recognition in the workplace women have to work 10 times harder compared to the opposite gender, and that these are some of the things that need to be acknowledged sooner than later.
Samukelisiwe Hashe from Germiston in Ekurhuleni believes that the current generation is actively embracing and flaunting their achievements beyond Women’s Month.
“Of late, we are seeing young women thriving in their careers and are even more driven. I believe that women are more eager and braver than their counterparts.
“As an independent woman, do I celebrate myself enough in August? Yes and beyond that – Women’s Month is just a reminder for us to recap on where we come from and where we are heading,” said Samkelisiwe.
Ukhanyiso Consulting, managing director, Zimkhitha Mquteni-Mabanga said women are the pillars of our society and it’s a pity that it takes only one month for them to be recognised and celebrated for their contribution to society.
The woman from Table View in Cape Town said many Mzansi women are still oppressed in their households and in the workplace.
Just under a month ago a tavern dedicated to women was launched in Molapo Soweto.
It was all smiles as most women would visit the venue not just to drink some booze but to also have fun.
The venue was open to women only as it was their month and that has now been taken away from them as the month is over.
Everyone is now welcome in the SheBeen restaurant.
The Brutal Fruit Spritzer SheBeen, has set tongues wagging across the country due to its novelty. The space was created by the proudly woman–centric brand, Brutal Fruit Spritzer for SHE to BE free, comfortable, inspired and her authentic self.
Thereby affording women the opportunity to come and celebrate one another for the entire month of August through good music, and a tailor-made menu, in a space where they can feel special.
Brand activation and events company Living Masks, was responsible from the activation to operations stage and ensured that the experience of the guests was met and exceeded.
Candice van den Bosch, acting head of the brand Brutal Fruit Spritzer, said they were excited to be part of this beautiful venture.
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