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Meet Agricultural Engineer, Dairy Trainer & Motivational Speaker Miriam Mapako
Miriam Mapako is an agricultural engineer and dairy trainer specializing in mastitis control in dairy parlours. She is also a personal development transformational speaker and thought-provoking content writer.
Author & Life Coach Evermore Kangani: “Success Comes in Layers”
Evermore Kangani is a published author of Power of Prayer and Beauty for Ashes. She is a professional life coach, cohost of a relationship show, a leader, nurse, and minister of the Word. She seeks to heal the world through Christ and helps people discover and use their spiritual gifts.
Getting to Know the Woman behind Shamiso Consultancy International
Shamiso Kenneth-Zuro is many things, but her identity as a child of God tops her list. She describes herself as a Christian and pastor who practices compassion ministry, teaches revelatory insight, and translates hard-hitting spiritual insights into everyday language that empowers individuals to activate purpose and maximize potential.
Dr. Annia Gombakomba on Overcoming Fear & Success in Business
Dr. Annia Gombakomba is a lawyer who studied law at University of Bedfordshire and practises in the area of Immigration and family law. She is the legal, social and public adviser to many clergy including bishops and pastors, and is the legal adviser for The Women & Family Resource Centre, where she provides legal help and life coaching to women who are victims of domestic viol
Life, Ministry & My Miraculous Journey to Motherhood
Concillia Mudzi is a woman who loves God and whose mission is to make a difference in the lives of people she meets. She is driven by the desire to showcase the love of God to all the people that come her way. We caught up with Concillia to find out more about her.
Getting Up Close and Personal with Rutendo Gwatidzo
Rutendo Gwatodzo is a culture and change management strategist, HR consultant and the author of two published books - Born to Fight and Breaking the Silence. She is also a columnist for The Sunday Mail and a transformational/motivational speaker.
Getting Up Close and Personal with Founder of The Tanyaradzwa Initiative
Tanyaradzwa Guta describes herself as a passionate feminist with an accounting qualification. She is affiliated with the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), holds a Diploma in Mental Health, Human Rights & Recovery from the United Nations World Health Organization, and a Certificate in Social Accountability Monitoring for Adolescents and Young People’s Sexual
Serial Author Busisekile Khumalo Opens up about Early Years & Her Love for Penning African Stories
Busisekile "Busie" Khumalo desribes herself as a vivacious reader who fell in love with books when she was in Grade 4.
Savvy Businesswoman Thelma Chimbganda Shares Her Journey Through the Highs & Lows of Entrepreneurship
Thelma Chimbganda is our kind of woman. Her take on life and the tenacity she has demonstrated in being a serial entrepreneur and navigating the failures along the way are just what we need to start the week! Get to know who she is by reading her entrepreneurial journey.
Getting to Know Mental Health Advocate & Businesswoman Blessing Masola
Blessing Lulwama Masola is an award-winning social worker who is passionate about mental health and recently scooped a ZimTrade Social Impact 2022 award.
Meet Providence Moyo: Founder of Divine Pro
Providence Moyo describes herself as a Bulawayo-based entrepreneur, Christian and mother of two. Her business ventures include nutritional food and beverage manufacturing, and she sits on the board of Divine Pro Foundation, which seeks to change the lives of orphans, vulnerable women and youth.
Meet Writer, Author Margaret Chideme
Margaret Chideme has turned her love for writing into a collection of poems based on her life. We wanted to learn more about her blog, Maggie's Diary, and the inspiration behind her book First Thirty. So we asked Margaret to tell us who she is in her own words.
Meet Self-Taught Chef Nombini Dingela
Nombini Dingela is a 36-year-old single mother to an amazing 17-year-old boy and a self-taught chef. The loss of her father four years ago inspired her to finally take her love of cooking to the next level. Since then, Nombini has covered significant ground and received recognition as a businesswoman.
Determined to Succeed: How I Rose From Tragedy to Triumph
Irene Kendi is an outstanding woman who has faced many challenges but rose above them all. Her childhood was marred by the rejection of her father and the poverty that ensued. There would be tougher days ahead, but Irene refused to let her circumstances dictate her destiny.
From Humble Beginnings to Phenomenal Doctor
Dr. Thandeka Ngcobo is a 29-year-old South African medical doctor who graduated from the University of KwaZulu-Natal with a Bachelor of Medicine and a Bachelor of Surgery against all odds.
Dr. Kwanele Kunene: My Teacher Said I'd Never Become a Doctor; I Did
Dr. Kwanele Kunene defied the odds when she chose to follow her dreams and reject the voices of those who didn't believe she had what it took to become a doctor. Today, she holds a PhD in chemistry and runs an NGO called Zosukumizizwe with her twin sister. This is her story:
In-depth Story: Lucky Unganqotshwa Mthembu - Rebuilding my Life After an Abusive Relationship
I was engaged to a person who was very abusive emotionally, physically and financially. At the onset of the relationship, he was extremely loving, attentive and the future seemed bright for us.
My Journey from Unplanned Pregnancy to University Graduate, Author & Founder of Help One Helper
Ntombizodwa is a former domestic worker, university graduate and author of the book Brightness of Diamonds through Soil. She is also the founder and director of the non-profit organization Help One Helper, and above all, a mother to a 17-year-old daughter.
Meet the Woman Behind Ivy's Kitchenette
Ivy Mango Chatora, who is based in the UK, has turned her childhood passion into a thriving business and loving every part of it. As the woman behind Ivy's Kitchen, she has forged her own path by creating a multifaceted business that incorporates what she loves: food and decor.
Redefining my Future After Heartbreak, Trauma & Depression
Sharon Mashaba is a 25-year-old brave, resilient and smart young woman whose goal is to reach greater heights. She is from a small village called Shigamani in Limpopo and as a survivor of sexual trauma and depression, is determined to never allow her past experiences stand in the way of her dreams.
Dr. Mejury Chipato on Overcoming Rejection & Rising from an Impoverished Community
Mejury Chipato has many roles. She is a medical doctor, microbiologist, pastor, entrepreneur, businesswoman, philanthropist, leader, mentor, author and life and business coach. She has also won multi-awards, including the Zimbabwe Achievers Awards and has been honoured by The International Internship University (India) as one of the Most Inspiring Woman of The Earth awardees an
How This Medical Student is Pursuing Her Dreams & Shaping Young Leaders
Shylette Ngwenya is a medical student who describes herself as a smart young woman who will stop at nothing when it comes to achieving her goals.
The Force Behind Miss Twin Sisters
Twins Rutendo Yolanda and Rumbidzai Olinda Taruvinga grew up in a high density suburb called Budiriro in Harare, Zimbabwe. Although they later moved to Westgate, the twins consider Budiriro home.
Fashion Creative Tendai Marowa Talks Ambition, Drive & Empowerment
Tendai Marowa is a fashion creative, former Miss Cosmos 2012 -2013, former national mentor for Miss Cosmos South Africa and founder of The Legacy Of True Beauty. Born in Zimbabwe but now based in South Africa, Tendai is also officially Ms Cosmos Zimbabwe 2022-2023 as well as the brand ambassador for End Girl Hate: Bringing Women Together.
Chenesai Monera: Passion, Purpose & Photography
Chenesai Monera is a creative and socialite at heart who enjoys the company of people, positive influences and all things media-related. She is also a Christian and enjoys God and the things of God.
From Small Town Girl to Thriving Businesswoman
Novuyo Hlabangana is a 27-year-old woman born and raised in Tsholotsho, Zimbabwe. She is the face behind Lucent Designs and has managed to fit in and thrive in the construction industry despite the challenges she has faced as a woman.
Meet Sizolwenkosi Mazolo: CEO & Founder of Ingcebethu Pvt Ltd.
Sizolwenkosi Mazolo is an accomplished 31-year-old woman who is the founder of a food processing business called Ingcebethu Pvt Ltd. She describes herself as a single Seventh-day Adventist Christian woman and a business strategist who studied business management and strategic management.
Profile: Deborah Mbale
I am a self-motivated lady who’s a lastborn in a family of three girls. My dad is a pastor and my mom is a teacher by profession. I was born on December 12, 1999. I’m the founder and executive director at Mai Mbambande Foundation.
Getting to Know the Face Behind Hair by Tsitsi
Tsitsi Gwemba is a woman in her early 30s who describes herself as an example of God’s grace.
A Woman's Story of Finding True Love After Heartbreak
A pearl is a rare, valuable treasure that needs no polishing or cutting by man. Pearl Spilile Muguti, is a woman who has lived up to her name. She is a rare treasure and a strong lady who has gone through hardships in life that were meant to break her, but today she celebrates her strength and resilience. She is a 36-year-old mother of two, lives in South Africa and is the foun
Beauty & Wellness Consultant Grace Zichawo Talks Growing Multiple Businesses
Grace Zichawo is a certified beauty, etiquette and wellness consultant, an entrepreneur and a spa educator. She is the founder a Grace Beauty Chic, a beauty shop that sells professional beauty and wellness products and provides wellness experiences and spa consulting in Harare, Zimbabwe. She is also the founder of Elite Wellness Consultancy, a subsidiary of the internationally
GBV Survivor & KRT Founder: Speaking Out Changed my Life
My name is Tatenda Nyakutya. I am a lady who is in her early 30s born in a family of five: two girls and three boys. I’m a mother to many children, though I have one biological daughter and several adopted children. I come from a strong Christian background because my parents are pastors, and that is where I draw my philanthropic nature from.
Makanaka Makeover Bar Founder: 'Rough Roads Lead to Beautiful Destinations'
Ivy Evidence Muchengi is a 34-year-old entrepreneur, motivational speaker and advocate against gender-based violence. She is the woman behind Makanaka Makeover Bar and Six Inches. The Weight She Carries caught up with her to learn more about her brands, what drew her to business and who she is as a woman.
Humble Beginnings: From Neighborhood Vendor to Company Owner
Farai Mukamba is a vibrant young entrepreneur from Masvingo, the founder of Fah Roh Candy Shop.She attained an honours degree in marketing management from Midlands State University. She is also a life coach certified by the International Coaching and Mentoring Foundation. Farai started her candy business from scratch and has so much drive. She encourages and equips young women
Meet Three-time Author Audrey Chirenje
I am a single parent to three amazing girls. I am a Christian, and I attend Celebration Church. I come from Chihota, and I grew up in Avondale West. I attended Avondale Junior School and then Waddilove Primary and then Waddilove High School up to A-level. I have a Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing degree with the Institute of Marketing Management (IMM-SA). I am a
Meet Multi-talented Entrepreneur & Business Mentor Dineo Molokoane
Dineo Molokoane is a publisher, author, entrepreneur and business mentor. She is originally from Rustenburg in Tlhabane and currently resides in Pretoria. This amazing author has a background in informational technology with over eight years of experience in the IT industry. Her entrepreneurship journey commenced in 2015 after she saw the need to invest in human capital and cre
Healing from the Loss of Our Mom: O. P. R. Muvengwa
Twins Tatenda Rungisa and Tafadzwa Rungisa Chivenge are behind the company TwinConnect. They have celebrated many wins over the years but recently opened up about losing their beloved mother, O. P. R. Muvengwa.
Overcoming Loss: Workit Founder Sheila Chanda Bwali
Today, Sheila Chanda Bwali describes herself as a very enthusiastic person who is deeply passionate about what she does and a strong believer in innovation and creativity. Sheila runs an organization called Workit, a company management system that helps employees work collaboratively with each other by increasing efficiency and productivity using an interoperable ecosystem of d
Cookbook Author and Chef Liziwe Matloha Shares Her Love of Food
Born and raised in Boskop, a rural area in Potchefstroom, South Africa, Liziwe Matloha is a chef, a cookbook author and food editor. She is also a wife and mother of three.
Personal Coach Ruth Mukesa: 'You are You, and That’s Your Superpower'
Ruth Mukesa is a young woman who aims is to bring clarity to people spiritually, physically, mentally and emotionally. She is a teacher by profession and on her way to neurolinguistic programming, aiming to be one of the youngest certified international life coaches. She just completed ICCP, an international career coaching program by Dr Akan from the United Kingdom.
Afrluent Media CEO Nicolette Mdhluli: 'Make the right noise; be as loud as you can'
Nicolette Mdhluli is an entrepreneur and founder of Afrluent Media, a media house in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe. Her magazine, Afrluencer Magazine, is a local lifestyle magazine for the everyday Zimbabwean and profiles local influencers and entrepreneurs across Africa.
Farirai Nandipa Events Founder: 'You Only Need One Person to Believe in Your Dream'
Farirai Nandipa Mabodza is a 36 years old events professional from Gweru. She is a wife and mother of three, the owner of Farirai Nandipa Events (Pvt) Ltd and the founder of Institute of Events Professionals in Zimbabwe. We reached out to Farirai to find out more about her entrepreneurial journey.
Battle of the Chefs Winner Leandrah Makaya Shares Greatest Strength and Love for Cooking
Leandrah Makaya is a 33-year-old award-winning chef who emerged as the Season 2 winner of Battle of the Chefs Harare, a Zimbabwean competitive reality TV show that has expanded to other African countries. The accomplishment came with a $10,000 cash prize and esteemed title of Best Chef in Zimbabwe.
Zvide Creations Founder: "Believe in Yourself Even if Your Beliefs go Against the Grain"
Rudo Nyamoto is a fun-loving, free-spirited being who is extremely extroverted. She’s always looking to see and help bring out the best in other people. A marketer by profession - with over seven years market research experience, Rudo is also a speaker and confidence coach with a passion to see individuals master the art of self-love and self-confidence. Personal brand developm
Khayil Consultancy Founder on What it Took to Launch & Grow Her Business
Gift Muteletwa is business savvy and is using her business acumen to help others grow their businesses through her company Khayil Consultancy. Wanting to learn more about how she got her start in business, I reached out to her and asked her about her entrepreneurial journey and who she is as a woman.
Career & Business Coach Tokunbo Fasoro Talks Helping Women Excel Personally and Professionally
I am an internationally certified human resources practitioner and have been in the field for almost 14 years. I have helped people with career building and planning, hence connecting people to careers they are passionate about. I also channelled it into helping women turn their passions into profit. This has been really successful because when you channel your energy to what y
Brand Building Coach Tutsirai Jenje Talks Importance of Clarity and Defining Success
Tutsirai Jenje is a Brand Building Coach who is passionate about helping individuals build successful legacy brands. She is happily married and a mother of two boys and has over 12 years experience in advertising and marketing.Tutsirai has worked with different teams as a creative director for brands that are now giants in their markets. She currently owns an online business (T
Naike Moshi: Award-winning CEO of WIMA on Fears, Challenges and Why Giving Up is Not an Option
Naike Moshi is strong, energetic and passionate leader. She is the country director of CVPeople Tanzania and award-winning founder and CEO of Women in Management Africa (WIMA), an NGO that aims to increase visibility for women leaders and celebrates their achievements.
Pastor, Lawyer & Coach Joyce Mutangara Talks Leadership, Embracing Diversity & Keys to Success
With over 20 years of managerial experience in legal, administration and coaching, Joyce Mutangara is a lawyer, pastor and a Gallup certified strength coach who runs her own coaching business. She is leadership director and shareholder of Hikari Inc., which provides leadership training and support for businesses in tech and design.
Getting to Know "Digital Bae" Taffy L. Gotora
Taffy L. Gotora is an integrated marketing communications leader who heads Barker McCormac Ogilvy & Mather's digital department. The company is the largest advertising agency in Zimbabwe. Affectionately known as "Digital Bae", Taffy is also a part-time digital marketing lecturer at the Marketers Association of Zimbabwe. She previously sat on the board of the Rotary Club of Hara
Managing Director of The Hill Group of Schools Shares Entrepreneurial Journey
Forty-year-old Rosemary Chakacha is a teacher by profession and managing director of The Hill Group of Schools. She also holds a qualification in social work and business administration, is starting law with the Legal Institute and is a mother to three children.
The Dream of a Serial Entrepreneur - Dr. Nothando Moyo
Dr. Nothando Moyo, a passionate business enthusiast who started her first business at the age of 19 years, is the founder of the organization Women Inspired, an organization started in Cyprus then set up in Zimbabwe upon her return that focuses on the identification, growth ,development and inspiration of women. The organization reaches out to the world at large, changing lives
Getting to Know The Mango Twins
Zimbabwean-born identical twins Juliana and Juliet are two of a kind and have a drive like no other. They are ambitious businesswomen, entrepreneurs and event organizers who like to call themselves “twinfluencers.” They are also the co-founders of Mango Bites Consulting and The Mango Twins and Zimbabwe Achievers Australia (ZAA) Young Achiever of the Year (2019).
Meet the Phenomenal Woman Behind Fempreneurs Magazine & LASACCO - Pearl Mbazima
Pearl Mbazima is a 40-year-old mother of three who lives in Mazowe, Zimbabwe. She is an accountant/auditor by profession. She studied for her Bachelor of Accounting Science with UNISA and did her Articles of Clerkship with Ernst & Young straight after her A Levels at Chisipite Senior School.
Author of 'I Call on You Sis' Talks Menstrual Health and Inspiration for Vasikana Project
Zvisinei Dzepasi Mamutse is an accomplished woman. She is a mother of three children aged 25, 20 and 14, a wife to Honest Mamutse, a student pursuing a PhD in nursing with a focus on global health, a nurse practitioner certified in addiction health and menstrual health, the founder of Vasikana Project, a published author of a journal for women (“I Call on You Sis”) and brand am
Phillipa Sibanda Mandisodza Discusses Giving Up Six-figure Income to Serve Her Home Country
Phillipa Sibanda Mandisodza is a health professional and social impact entrepreneur who gave up her six-figure income in California to help rebuild the healthcare system in her home country Zimbabwe. She spent the past 15 years working in the healthcare field as a respiratory care practitioner and led healthcare projects such as clinic start-ups, robotics in intensive care sett
Getting to Know Farie Grace Chiunduramoyo - Founder of Graciey Investments
Farie is an energetic young lady whose aim is to empower women and youth through motivational speaking. I hold an honours [degree] in human resources management from the Midlands State University and a CIS and business maintenance and sales certificate. I am the founder of Graciey Investments. Graciey Investments includes Grace Health Solutions and Grace Cleaning Services. I am
Serial Entrepreneur Gladys Mpemba Shares Keys to Success & Advice for Emerging Entrepreneurs
Gladys Sheilla Mpemba is a labour consultant, independent arbitrator, owner of Ice Cherry Boutique, director of Retreat Lodge and Conference Centre, founder of Dream Achievers and sits on a number of schools’ board of management. She is married to Shepherd and has two daughters. She is also proudly a United Methodist congregant.
Sandra Areka: The Power of Passion and Purpose
Sandra Areka is a woman who was born and raised in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe. She is passionate about working with girls and women, inspiring them to discover their personality, passion and purpose. She is also a professional counsellor, motivational speaker, author, event planner and entrepreneur.
Award-winning Philanthropist Patience Ndebele-Omijie Shares Inspiring Message on Empowering Others
Patience Ndebele-Omijie is a philanthropist and an award-winning community champion for women, men and youth empowerment. She is founder of Inspire Women Men and Children, a charity organization based in London, United Kingdom and in Zimbabwe, also known as Inspire Women and Children.
Chelsea Cakes: Meet the Creator of Golden Moments Through Sweetness
Chelsea Cakes is a company which seeks to create golden memories through delicacies. I have always had a passion about baking from a tender age, and it passed through to high school where I did food and nutrition. So right after Form 4, I went to a family friend who owned a bridal company and she taught me more. From there, the journey began.
How Eunice Dlamini Went From Vegetable Vendor to Being Crowned 'Businesswoman of the Year'
Eunice Dlamini is a vibrant woman of high integrity. She grew up as the last born in a family of six and rose from a vegetable vendor to a widely celebrated businesswoman. She recently spoke to The Weight She Carries about how she rose to success.
Founder of Events by Lyn Shares How She Turned Her Passion into a Booming Business
Lyn is what most people describe as a perfectionist. She is particular about what she wants and how it is done. Lyn best describes herself as “a God-fearing young woman who gives 110% to everything that she touches or gets involved in.”
Get to Know the Dynamic Ladies of Nobuntu
Nobuntu is a five-member, all-female acapella/imbube ensemble from the city of Bulawayo in Zimbabwe. Their repertoire is a fusion of traditional Zimbabwean music, mainly rooted in Afro-jazz, gospel and crossover in pure voices with minimalistic percussion, traditional instruments such as mbira and dance movements.
Nomalanga: The Game Changer and Passionate Entrepreneur
Women are an important part of life, society and in individuals’ lives at large. One person once said, “You give a woman a house, and she turns it into a home.” I believe if you give a woman an idea, she turns it into a business. Meet Nomalanga “Noma” Ncube AKA Working Girl.