Loraine MaKhumalo Sibanda, a well-known publicist and digital strategist, is set to launch her annual empowerment event, “The Remarkable Woman,” in Bulawayo on September 28, 2024. Founded over eight years ago, this gathering of women in leadership and business has grown into a significant platform aimed at fostering collaboration, empowerment, and networking among women.

Under the theme “Collaboration for Progress,” the event will bring together award-winning entrepreneurs from Bulawayo, Harare, and South Africa, drawing attention to the vibrant city of Bulawayo. Initially launched in Johannesburg, the event was designed to create a safe space for women to connect, share experiences, and support one another in their journeys of entrepreneurship and personal growth. Over the years, the initiative has evolved to address the changing needs of its members, particularly as they navigate the challenges of launching businesses, climbing the corporate ladder, and seeking financial and emotional wellness.

The Bulawayo edition of “The Remarkable Woman” is expected to host 100 women and will feature an impressive lineup of guest speakers, including former Miss Universe Zimbabwe Langa Sibanda, founder of Langa Cosmetics; Alice Tagwira, CEO of She Glows Magazine; Apphia Musavengana, CEO of Neovista and Concord Young Women in Business; and the current UN Model Ambassador. The event will include insightful conversations, panel discussions, music performances, and opportunities for local businesses to exhibit and showcase their brands.

Tickets for the event will go on sale from September 16, 2024, and will be available both online and in-person. Further details will be shared on the Remarkable Woman Luncheon Facebook page.

This gathering is poised to be a key moment for women in Bulawayo to come together, collaborate, and uplift their communities through partnership and shared purpose.