The Remarkable Woman Reveals 2026 Honourees and Partners Ahead of Landmark 10th Anniversary Gala

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THE REMARKABLE WOMAN REVEALS 2026 HONOUREES AND PARTNERS AHEAD OF LANDMARK 10TH ANNIVERSARY GALA

Johannesburg, South Africa – September 2026

With just days to go before a decade of recognising women, amplifying their stories and creating platforms for female excellence is celebrated, The Remarkable Woman has officially revealed its 2026 Honourees and announced a distinguished group of partners supporting its landmark 10th Anniversary Gala Dinner.

Taking place on Saturday, 26 September 2026, the Gala Dinner will bring together an accomplished community of women, business leaders, entrepreneurs, creatives, media personalities, professionals and changemakers for an evening dedicated to recognition, storytelling, connection and legacy.

The celebration will be hosted under the theme: “The Legacy We Inherit, The Future We Create.” The theme speaks to the importance of celebrating the women who have paved the way while creating meaningful opportunities for the next generation to lead, build and make an impact.

The 2026 Honouree class reflects the diversity and calibre of women and leaders contributing to leadership, entrepreneurship, media, wellness, sport, social impact, creativity and community development across the region.

The 2026 Honourees are:

• Asanda Sizani – Creative Director and Entrepreneur

• Dr Mpume Zenda (Dr Gynae) – Gynaecologist

• Boineelo Pala – Founder, Women Evolve (Botswana)

• Yvette Aloe Ratshikhopha – Leadership Coach and wellness educator

• Bertha Sithole – Social Entrepreneur (Eswatini)

• Pontsho Manzi – Entrepreneur and Luxury Brand Specialist

• Thandi Mavata – Founder of Doek on Fleek and Speaker

• Wendy Luhabe – Economic Activist

• Nobukhosi Tshuma – Comrades Marathon Podium Finisher

• Puseletso Modimogale – Transformation Coach

• Precious “Precious the Planner” Thamaga – Founder of Precious Celebrations

• Tebatso Molapo – Founder of Rebasadi

• Phindile Ndlovu – Thabo Mbeki Foundation Events Lead and Convenor

• Nompumelelo “Mpoomy” Ledwaba – Entrepreneur

• Sabrina Walter – Women For Change SA Founder

• Jesese Mungoshi – Living Legend in Film (Zimbabwe)

• Bishop Vincent Mafu – Mental Health Advocate and Author

The Honourees will be formally recognised at the Gala Dinner and join a growing community connected through The Legacy Circle, an initiative established by The Remarkable Woman to ensure that recognition extends beyond a single evening through mentorship, collaboration, leadership and collective impact.

As The Remarkable Woman marks this important milestone, the organisation is proud to acknowledge the partners who have come alongside the platform to support the 2026 celebration.

Maculisane Investment Holdings joins the Gala as the Recognition Awards Sponsor, supporting The Remarkable Woman's commitment to celebrating women whose leadership, achievements and contributions deserve to be recognised. This is a family-owned private equity firm investing in South African businesses for the long term. The company partners with businesses that demonstrate strong growth potential, ethical business practices and a commitment to positive social impact.

Its hands-on approach and strategic guidance support portfolio companies in achieving new levels of growth and success. With a diverse portfolio spanning financial services, tourism and hospitality, utilities, agriculture and industrials, Maculisane Investment Holdings is focused on building a legacy of shared value and sustainable growth. Zweli Mntambo, Managing Director of Maculisane Investment Holdings (Pty) Ltd, is a Chartered Accountant whose professional background has been primarily rooted in the banking sector.

Lieu de Grace joins the celebration as the Venue Sponsor, providing the setting for this milestone occasion and bringing the 2026 Gala Dinner to life.

Revive joins as a Giveaway Partner, adding to the guest experience and ensuring that the spirit of the celebration extends beyond the evening itself. Guests can also look forward to a fashion showcase in partnership with Almondant, a South African fashion brand established in 2014 and based in Midrand, founded by Ms Nonhlanhla Ntuli.

Founded by award-winning public relations practitioner Loraine MaKhumalo Sibanda, The Remarkable Woman has spent the past decade creating spaces that bring together women across business, entrepreneurship, media, the creative industries and social impact.The platform has grown into a community centred on recognition, connection and the preservation of women's stories and achievements.

The 10th Anniversary Gala Dinner marks an important chapter in that journey, bringing together the women, partners, supporters and communities who continue to contribute to the platform's evolution.

Tickets to The Remarkable Woman 10th Anniversary Gala Dinner are available via Webtickets, with tickets starting from R850 per person.

Guests can look forward to an evening of recognition, celebration, networking, storytelling, fashion and connection, while being part of a significant milestone in the journey of a platform dedicated to celebrating remarkable women.

EVENT: The Remarkable Woman 10th Anniversary Gala Dinner
DATE: Saturday, 26 September 2026
TIME: 3:00 PM
VENUE: Lieu de Grace, Muldersdrift
TICKETS: Available via Webtickets from R850 per person

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