Finalists and winners at the Top Empowerment Awards had the opportunity to virtually network and celebrate their achievements. Winners were announced on the evening of 15 July 2021 at the star-studded awards ceremony.
Among some of the attendees were the likes of Mathews Phosa and Trevor Manuel. Mr Manuel accepted the acclaimed Lifetime Achievement Award, for selflessly demonstrating vision and leadership in empowerment and transformation.
The Foschini Group
Nedbank
Charmaine Mabuza – Ithuba Holdings
Merchants SA
GrowthPoint Properties
eThekwini Municipality
Cell C
Provantage Media Group
Vumile Msweli - Hesed Consulting
Bathu
Mbokodo Building
Zakhele Mgobhozi – Modern Centric
On the evening of the awards, Dr Mathews Phosa gave a moving speech where he urged South Africans to take decisive action to combat the current issues faced by the country. Dr Phosa reiterated that having respect for one another is imperative on the road to prosperity.
Over the last two decades, the event has created a legacy of inspiration for the country's business elite, giving SA the opportunity to honour leaders, individuals and organisations who exemplify transformation and empowerment.
