ALSO READ: WATCH | Westgate woman wins entrepreneur award for sewing project<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n“Each of these women’s stories is a living testament to the power of beautiful hearts, brave souls and unwavering commitment to changing the Mother City, its broader communities and our nation for the better,” said Masi Mdingane, business manager for Good Hope FM.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Williams was selected from three finalists in the Business and Entrepreneurship category, which recognises women whose entrepreneurial spirit and innovation have significantly contributed to business success while positively impacting their communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Her work addresses both economic empowerment and sustainability challenges, creating pathways for women to enter the fashion industry while promoting environmentally conscious practices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Design26 Foundation’s impact extends beyond individual training, fostering a culture of independence and self-reliance among participants who can then pass on their skills to others in their communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Warrior woman’s wins<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Williams received a cash prize courtesy of First National Bank and WomenIN, along with a limited-edition Warrior Woman 2025 chain and a specially designed award.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Warrior Woman Awards honour women across 10 categories who lead, heal, build, teach, create and inspire in communities across the Western Cape and beyond.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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