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'Women need mentorship, networks to unlock business potential'

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Women entrepreneurs need more than determination to succeed; they need access to mentorship, networks and practical opportunities that can help turn their ideas into thriving businesses, says Judith Khiswa, organiser of an upcoming women's empowerment event.

The Women Entrepreneurship and Business is slated for August 1 at Thwaza Vintage garden, Letlhakane.

Speaking in an interview, Khiswa said the initiative was born out of a desire to address the challenges many women continue to face despite having the ambition to succeed in business.

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'Women need mentorship, networks to unlock business potential'

Women entrepreneurs need more than determination to succeed; they need access to mentorship, networks and practical opportunities that can help turn their ideas into thriving businesses, says Judith Khiswa, organiser of an upcoming women's empowerment event.