Women urged to venture into business

BULAWAYO women in business have been challenged to take their social responsibility roles seriously in order to uplift their communities.

Speaking during a belated International Women’s Day celebratory dinner held at a city hotel last week, Lupane State University student Ms Siphathisiwe Sibanda said women were supposed to contribute towards the development of communities.

The event was held under the theme, “Driving the future success”.

“Women must strive to empower their communities in everything they do, it is not about money but about putting your body, mind and soul into reaching out to the sick and underprivileged. Development can be there if we all take it upon ourselves to offer our services in the communities we live in,” said Ms Sibanda.

She said the greatness of being a woman was measured by the love and services they offered people in their communities.

“Women are special people when they invest in the upliftment of their communities rather than taking away from the communities,” she said.

Speaking at the same occasion, writer and motivational speaker, Ms Jacqueline Ndongwe said women should be an inspiration to one another.

She said women were supposed to ground their work in good ethics.

“Individuals must be the driving centre in their success and ground themselves in ethics. What you speak to yourself you propel it into your life.

“Women must build sustainable networks and be around people who inspire them,” said Ms Ndongwe.

The event was co-hosted by Women in Business Connect and an event management firm, Total Eclipse Events.

Women In Business Connect is a network of women in business and those aspiring to be in business.

It seeks to provide a platform for businesswomen from various sectors and regions around the country to share information, learn from each other, network and run efficient and effective businesses. International Women’s Day is celebrated on 8 March each year to mark the economic, political and social achievements of women.
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