In her own words
Dianne Hawker on Healing
Dianne Hawker is a journalist and news editor. She shares her insights on recovering from Covid-19 and the process of healing with The Thread.
Nokukhanya Mncwabe on Resilience
Nokukhanya Mncwabe was a self-described “roll-up your sleeves” hustler, a multitasking consultant working across the Africa. Mncwabe decided to channel her energy and passion for the continent into reviving an ancient “drink of the gods” for a new generation. Mncwabe is the co-founder and CEP of Matawi Mead Collection, a pan-African beverage brand that blends…
Yolanda Sangweni on Change
Journalist, singer, podcaster, media innovator and mother of three beautiful boys, Yolanda Sangweni is no stranger to change and this month she taught us how to identify the opportunity in transition. A senior editor in the glamorous world of glossy magazines and an advocate for global African culture long before it was trendy, Yolanda recently…
Thando Hlophe on Authenticity
Thando Hlophe is a groundbreaking digital storyteller who went from telling harrowing and humane stories behind the camera, to sharing her own journey in front of the camera. She’s used her platform raise awareness about issues like queer rights in Africa and access to pads for school girls, while sharing her own life, the highs…
Umunyana Rugege on Planning Your Joy
Umunyana Rugege handles some of South Africa’s landmark legal cases. Here she tells The Thread how she plans her joy and for insights from other women in The Thread community.
Gladys Bogoshi on Empowerment
Gladys Bogoshi was one of the few black physiotherapists in South Africa’s public health sector when she was thrust into leadership as CEO of two of the country’s largest public hospitals.
Phemelo Motene on Reflection
Phemelo Motene was first introduced to South African audiences via a popular soap opera, but a career spanning nearly two decades in the public showed that Motene was so much more dynamic than the role she played on television. As a radio broadcaster, with a daily midday show on national station SAFM, Motene’s conversations moves…
Nomzamo Mji on Balance
Nomzamo Mji was one of the few black women advocates in South Africa, but found a new path, and balance through yoga. Here she talks to us about co-founding The Toolbox, more than a yoga studio.
Yewande Omotoso on Intention
Yewande Omotoso knows a lot about moving through the world with intention. Here, Omotoso talks to The Thread on the role of intention in her writing and her life.