As part of its celebrations around Women’s Month in South Africa, Facebook has unveiled ‘Inspiring #Changemakers: Lessons from Life and Business’ – a book highlighting the careers, lives, and life lessons of 13 inspirational South African businesswomen and changemakers.
A statement by Facebook said, “Celebrating the positive impact these women are having within society and across their respective fields in entertainment, law, retail, beauty, and food, they share their advice and life lessons for future leaders and changemakers of South Africa.”
It stated that each chapter of the book focused on an insightful and personal lesson hoping to resonate and inspire future generations, from how to turn passion into a business to how perceived weakness can be a strength.
According to Facebook, the book, featuring bespoke commissioned artwork by three South African female artists, Karabo Poppy Moletsane, Nontokozo Tshabalala and Zinhle Sithebe, includes stories from women such as Dr. Precious Moloi-Motsepe, Nomzamo Mbatha, Bonang Matheba, Mogau Seshoene (The Lazy Makoti), Professor Thuli Madonsela, Catherine Constantinides and many more.
Commenting on the book, Nunu Ntshingila, Regional Director, Facebook Africa, said: “Inspiring #Changemakers: Lessons from Life and Business has been created to not only hero the women making a positive impact in our society, but to inspire future leaders. These women are making a difference in their communities, from starting social movements that change the world, through to businesses that positively impact their local communities. This Women’s Month, we continue to celebrate the achievements of all women, but also acknowledge the gender entrepreneurship gap and under-representation of women leaders. We hope the stories and life lessons inspire the next generation with possibilities that their futures hold.”
Available as a free download from ISSUU site, a number of printed versions will be made available and distributed by Facebook’s local partner, Digify Africa, to schools across six provinces in South Africa, Gauteng, Limpopo, Kwa-Zulu Natal, Eastern Cape, Western Cape and North West.
