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...
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...
Safura Abdool Karim, 28

Safura Abdool Karim, 28

In her endeavours to make South Africa a healthier country, Safura Abdool Karim knows the importance of continuing to try, even when it feels like failure is inevitable. “Too often, we are afraid to make mistakes but, really, we should celebrate our mistakes as part...
Dr Glenda Davison, 59

Dr Glenda Davison, 59

Dr Glenda Davison champions an inclusive and comprehensive learning environment that encourages empathy in students and a greater understanding of the inequalities across local communities. In the current global pandemic, Dr Glenda Davison’s name has become a familiar...
Dr Lydia Cairncross, 44

Dr Lydia Cairncross, 44

This associate professor of surgery’s ongoing involvement with the People’s Health Movement of South Africa allows her to continue her impactful medical work while fighting for an egalitarian system. Dr Lydia Cairncross is an associate professor of surgery at the...