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Back to yesteryear for a worthy cause as women unite for cancer patients

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Amina Peters participates in the modeling show wearing impressive Great Gatsby attire.
Amina Peters participates in the modeling show wearing impressive Great Gatsby attire. Credit: Barend Williams
BICWL Women's League executive committee members at the cancer fundraising high tea event.
The Boland Islamic Council’s Women’s League (BICWL) held a Great Gatsby-inspired high tea in the hall of Dr GJ Joubert Primary School on Sunday (10 August). Guests were transported to 1920s New York with a strong influence of Strand flair. The Women Make It Happen fundraiser is hosted for cancer patients at Groote Schuur Hospital. Sumaya Gabier, chairperson of the BICWL, said it was apt the event coincided with Women’s Day weekend, as women from across Cape Town united to support sisters affected by cancer. The event united women for a good cause, embodying the Islamic teaching that “when any limb aches, the whole body reacts”. ABOVE: The executive committee of the Women’s League wete out in full force. Behind, from left, are Fouzia Favids, Jaa-mee-lah Carolus, Julaigha Jackson, Amina Rhoda and Sumaya Gabier, with Nazli Latief seated in front. Credit: Barend Williams
Women’s League chairperson, Sumaya Gabier, delivers an inspiring address to guests about the vital role of women in society.
Survivors in shimmering 1920s costumes process down red carpet led by Gaironisah Hendricks.
As part of the annual Survivors’ Walk, cancer overcomers glided down the red carpet like silver screen stars, adorned in shimmering feathers and vintage pearls. Gaironisah Hendricks led the triumphant procession as survivors emerged to thunderous applause. Credit: Barend Williams
asmina Anthony and Maryam Peters walk the red carpet during the fundraiser's modeling show.
During the afternoon’s festivities, guests participa- ted in a modelling show as both young and old got to show off their femininity and be jovial. Yasmina Anthony and Maryam Peters strutted down the red carpet. Credit: Barend Williams
Pure Gatsby magic as Nurjawaan Rawoot twirls Rowena Lakay while they dance down the red carpet.
  • Amina Peters participates in the modeling show wearing impressive Great Gatsby attire.
    Amina Peters was among the glamorous lasses who took to the runway, as she was dressed to impress. Credit: Barend Williams
  • Tamaryn Adonis and Liezel Samuels dressed in authentic 1920s attire.
    Tamaryn Adonis and Liezel Samuels were the epitome of 1920s style.
  • Yasmin Arnolds channels Josephine Baker in vintage flapper-era costume.
    Pure 1920s magic as Yasmin Arnolds embodies the legendary Josephine Baker while working the camera like a true flapper icon.
Winners of the Great Gatsby-themed modeling show dressed in glamorous 1920s fashion and attire.
Glamorous winners of the 1920s-themed modelling competition (from left) are Veronica Wanza, Rabia Roman, Yasmin Arnolds, Tamaryn Adonis, Tamara Adonis, Liezel Samuels and Gabiba Hoosen.
Cancer survivor Charmaine du Plessis gives emotional testimony at the fundraising event.
The event included a powerful survivor testimony, with Charmaine du Plessis (right) sharing her emotional journey. Through tears, she recounted how she overcame cancer to stand before her sisters. Women’s League chairperson Sumaya Gabier supported her throughout her talk and praised her bravery.

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