WomenCan, a unique innovative women empowerment platform announces its highly anticipated A Night of Mystery Gala and WomenCan Awards to celebrate, recognise and transform exceptional women from all backgrounds across various sectors.
A Night of Mystery Gala and WomenCan Awards themed Unlocking Your Inner Power will take place Saturday, 30th August 2025 at the Mhulu Luxury Boutique Hotel in Midrand.
“A Night of Mystery is about forging deep connections with women, providing a space for them to share their diverse and impactful stories. Our unlocking your inner power theme is an invitation for women to boldly step into their power, embrace their influence, and unapologetically use their voices in the spaces they occupy,” says WomenCan founder, Tumi Mthembu.
Hosted by renowned personality, Bokang Montjane-Tshabalala and panel discussions facilitated by Thato Mosikare, founder & CEO of Poolometsi Holdings, A Night of Mystery is about forging deep connections with women, providing a space for them to share their diverse and impactful stories. The event promises another memorable evening of glamour, inspiration, and purpose uniting influential women, trailblazers, and change-makers under one roof.
The evening will kick-off with a keynote address by award winning Nonnie Kubeka, Executive Director of the Gauteng Convention and Events Bureau who is committed to mentoring the next generation and contributing to the transformation of the industry. Speakers at the event include:
Bonolo Mashilo – Founder of BMashilo Designs
Tumi Lebaka – CEO, Gauteng Film Commission
Buhle Hanise CA (SA) – National Head of Business Restructuring, BDO
Venetia Butler – The Snap Coach
Nomso Kana – Nuclear Scientist
Discussions will be followed by WomenCan Awards aimed at honouring and recognising phenomenal women who have actively broken-down barriers, inspired change in their communication and are advancing and advocating for women empowerment, whether at home, in business, at work or in their communities.
“The WomenCan awards are crucial in building a community of women driven by purpose, passion, and determination to be more and do more. Through the awards, we honour and celebrate women who have achieved extraordinary milestones and driven meaningful change in their respective fields and communities,” adds Mthembu.
Past WomenCan awardees include industry leaders such as Prof. Mamokgethi Phakeng, Hloni Modise, Sibu Mabena, Girl Code Organization, Marcia Mayaba and Portia Modise
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