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Iconic Totalsports Women’s Race to light up South Africa’s streets in 2025
The iconic Totalsports Women’s Race, heralded as South Africa’s largest celebration of Women’s Month, is set to kick off in 2025 with an impressive line-up of three races across major cities over three consecutive weeks, stretching from Durban to Cape Town and ending in Johannesburg
The strength of women: a call to action against gender-based violence
If you had a mother-in-law that was a tyrant, don’t even the score by being a tyrant. Have the courage to be better, says the writer
Empowering women on International Women’s Day | confronting violence and health challenges
Explore the interconnected challenges of gender-based violence and unemployment facing South African women, and discover how research-driven solutions can pave the way for empowerment and equality.
eThekwini Municipality’s commitment to gender diversity in the workplace
The eThekwini Municipality has made significant strides in promoting gender equality in management roles, with a recent report highlighting increased representation of women in leadership positions.
WATCH: How IOL's 'Elevate Her' campaign gave voice to homeless women
One of the top stories shared was of Patricia Kaiser, a 49-year-old mother of three from Paarl in Western Cape. Patricia became homeless at the age of 16, after her sister expelled her following their father's funeral.
Premier Ntuli launches 365-day initiative against gender-based violence
KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thamsanqa Ntuli launches a vital 365-day campaign to tackle gender-based violence, urging communities to unite for change.
Don’t Look Away | Police officer arrested for shooting and killing fiancée
A police officer is suspected of having shot and killed a woman he was engaged to.
Man who set his girlfriend alight on Women’s Day sentenced
Darren Kershaw was sentenced seven years after murdering his girlfriend, Yeshnee Kuni at their apartment in Burgunday Estate in 2017.
Life imprisonment for man convicted of raping 11-year-old girl
A 24-year-old man has been sentenced to life imprisonment for the repeated rape of an 11-year-old girl, highlighting the ongoing fight against gender-based violence in South Africa.
How IOL’s Elevate HER campaign changed lives
During the month of August, IOL celebrated Women’s Month by highlighting the housing insecure women of Cape Town, Johannesburg and Durban during our Elevate Her campaign.
MrD showcases the remarkable women on its team
Reflecting on her journey, Mr D Senior Marketing Manager, Nonhlanhla Xaba attributes her success to resilience, adaptability, and a relentless pursuit of passion.
R100m women’s monument in Pretoria idle 8 years after launch
From early that morning the mood was jovial as women, men and a scattering of young people, all dressed in bright colours, a lot of traditional wear, gathered at what was originally the site of a brutal massacre, to celebrate 60 years of the march on the Union Buildings
The lesser-known implications of poor oral health, especially for women
Breathing is not just about taking in air—it’s about ensuring that our bodies are functioning optimally at every level. For women, in particular, proper breathing supports hormone balance, reduces stress, and contributes to overall well-being
DJ Rea on making her mark in the male-dominated sector
The DJ has managed to infiltrate the predominantly male-dominated industry by putting in the effort and time needed to learn the ins and outs of the music business.
Mr D shines a spotlight on some of its phenomenal female talent
Mr. D shines a light on some of their female talent, here they profile Senior Marketing Manager, Asikelewa Manqupu
Plight of SA women keeps regressing as global trends suggest it will take 134 years for women to earn the same as men
Despite the sustained focus on gender diversity in the workplace, encompassing fair remuneration and representation, the progress remains frustratingly slow.
Dine with Akhona Ndlovu, the quiet force behind Durban’s famed ‘marble meats’ Zai Restaurant
25-year-old Akhona Ndlovu is a restaurant manager extraordinaire who advocates for the empowerment and safety of women within the traditionally male-dominated space.
Tight or weak? A gynaecologist's guide to healthy pelvic floor health
The key is finding the right balance and not relying on Kegels alone. Kegels are only one piece of the puzzle and they're often done incorrectly. If you do them properly, you could see a 30 to 50% improvement but there are so many other exercises that can be just as effective, if not more so.
Home invasions and murder: Alarming statistics and incidents call for rethinking your home security
There has been an increase in the number of South Africans relying on private security services, which has resulted in the private security sector growing to be three to four times larger than the police force.
Chef Zana wants to empower women in the culinary world
As a chef and entrepreneur, Durban-born Farzana ‘Zana’ Alvarado, aims to bring people closer through meaningful and honest connections and shared experiences.
Brutal Fruit Spritzer Saturday brunches are back, bigger and more glamorous than ever
The Spritzer Saturday Brunches promise to be the most memorable yet, headlined by the sensational and multi-platinum selling Shekinah
Clinic celebrates dedicated nurses as they ‘fix each other’s crowns’
The nurses dedicate their lives to assisting patients and often miss out on valuable time with their families, she said. The purpose of the event was to appreciate their staff for all they do.
Producer Mpho Lengane pushes boundaries with 'Shebeen Queens'
The new local reality show shines a spotlight on the indomitable women behind some of Soweto’s most popular shebeens.
Role of women in tourism celebrated at Durban powwow
Delegates and business women convened to identify some of the challenges they faced in the tourism sector and were also empowered with access to business resources and opportunities in the industry.
Fitting end to celebrations
Women’s month ended with a celebration of filmmakers, in the hope that it inspires other women to join the film industry.