Nomsa Masoka, 43

Nomsa Masoka, 43

Raising a child with a disability does not come without its challenges, but Nomsa Masoka has risen above the adversity and brought other mothers along to form lifelong friendships and support. Nomsa Masoka’s son was just three years old when he was diagnosed with...
Sarah Cressey, 27

Sarah Cressey, 27

Leveraging the network that she gained while competing in Miss South Africa, Cressey is dedicated to improving the circumstances of new mothers and their babies – and our collective understanding of reproductive rights. Finding the courage to enter the Miss South...
Neo Rethabile Selebano, 33

Neo Rethabile Selebano, 33

A woman on a mission, to develop a culture of sharing individual stories and creating a safe space for those who suffer from depression, Neo Selebano is changing her community for the better. Neo Selebano is all about giving back to the community. She is well known...
Zema Sokhanyile, 29

Zema Sokhanyile, 29

A menstrual cup made in South Africa by a struggling socialist stuck in a capitalist society. Own your period. That is the motto that Zema Sokhanyile wants to spread with her menstrual cup brand. As society moves into more environmentally-friendly ways of life,...
Dr Salome Maswime, 37

Dr Salome Maswime, 37

Being a young, brilliant black woman comes with its own challenges, even as a doctor. Salome Maswime wears many hats. A gynaecologist by training, she is also an associate professor and the head of global surgery at the University of Cape Town — and she’s the...