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- IOL News
Celebrating strength and sisterhood at Radisson Blu Hotel Durban Umhlanga
Fara Hamid, Kiara and Sita Hiralal, Victoria Thulare, Sorisha Naidoo, Norma Mngoma, Nonto Rubushe and Rahieza Dodds. Image: Supplied The Radisson Blu Hotel Durban Umhlanga hosted a remarkable Women's Day Brunch, bringing together over 280 extraordinary women. The celebration, themed 'Shades of Green,' transformed the venue into a vibrant ode to unity and elegance, as guests embraced the dress code in a breathtaking sea of greenery. The day's events were expertly guided by the dynamic MC, Nonto R, whose lively presence infused the atmosphere with energy and warmth. Attendees were treated to insightful keynote talks from two influential women, Sorisha Naidoo and Norma Mngoma, who shared their personal journeys and profound insights, striking a chord that resonated deeply with all present. Aldytha da Silva, Noeline Rajbally and Sita Hiralal Image: Supplied Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ Ad loading Adding to the allure, a spectacular fashion show presented by Amor Couture showcased The XVIII Victorian, bringing high fashion to the runway and leaving guests in awe of the artistry and creativity displayed. Upon arrival, guests were greeted with a glass of bubbly from House of BNG, setting the perfect tone for an afternoon filled with elegance and indulgence. Following the sparkling welcome, a sumptuous brunch was served, enhanced by live entertainment that kept the spirits high. There were numerous opportunities for guests to capture memories, with photo-op moments sprinkled throughout the day. Michelle Isaac and Fara Hamid Image: Supplied Reflecting on the event's success, Fara Hamid, Marketing Manager of Radisson Blu Hotel Durban Umhlanga, expressed her motivation for hosting such gatherings: 'My goal when hosting our Women's Day event is always to inspire and uplift, while giving women a few hours to step away from their busy daily lives. I want them to feel celebrated, motivated, and surrounded by beauty, both in the space and in the company they share. Seeing so many ladies embrace the theme and arrive in stunning Shades of Green made this year's celebration even more special.' As a token of appreciation, every guest left with a meticulously curated gift bag filled with goodies from a host of generous sponsors, including Veaudry, Umhlanga Laser and Aesthetics Spa, Source, Jockey, Catrice, Futurelife, Stanley, Hollard, Lelive, Aldo, Edgars Beauty, Clarins, MAC, Oceans Mall, Durban Flying Dress, and Dr. Salome Booth. The event was beautifully brought to life through the décor by KP Set Design, photography by Incredible Capture, and venue lighting by Chillifunk, all contributing to an unforgettable atmosphere. Sorisha Naidoo (middle) with IOL Content Managers, Jolene Marriah-Maharaj and Se-Anne Rall Image: Sibonelo Ngcobo/Independent Media
The South African
27-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The South African
A fighter? Bonang celebrates EFF's birthday
Bonang Matheba has raised eyebrows with a nod to EFF's 12th birthday celebrations. The media mogul was particularly joyful when the political party toasted their celebrations with her champagne beverage under the House of BNG label. Like many 'fighters', Bonang Matheba sent her well wishes to the EFF that celebrated their 12th birthday. The political party hosted its celebrations in Khayelitsha in Cape Town over the weekend. In pics posted on their X account, EFF toasted their anniversary with several bottles of the star's House of BNG champagne. Like the EFF, Bonang recently celebrated her own birthday. The businesswoman and media mogul turned 38 years old. Unlike previous years, the star hosted a low-key birthday dinner, celebrated by a handful of friends and family. She also shared snaps of a fashion photoshoot she commissioned to celebrate her big day. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Bonang Matheba (@bonang_m) Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 . Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp , Facebook , X, and Bluesky for the latest news.
IOL News
26-06-2025
- Entertainment
- IOL News
Step inside Bonang Matheba's glamorous 38th birthday bash: a photoshoot to remember
Bonang Matheba dazzled for her 38th birthday celebration in an editorial photoshoots. Image: Instagram Excitement and joy filled the air on June 25 as South African media personality Bonang Matheba stunned in a gorgeous editorial photoshoot as she celebrated her 38th birthday with close friends and family. Matheba indeed created a buzz on the internet yesterday as she shared a series of photographs, showcasing her exceptional fashion taste, which is different from the pastel pink glam she did last year. The House of BNG founder excitedly took to social media amid the celebrations. '+1. A heart filled with gratitude. To more life & more BNG," Matheba captioned her post. Affectionately known as 'Queen B', she took to social media to give fans a glimpse into how she celebrated her lavish birthday, not only with a photoshoot but also shared a vlog, showcasing the behind-the-scenes of the exquisite photoshoot. The TV host is known to go big on her birthdays as she always showcases her immaculate and stunning fashion sense. Matheba is also known and deemed a powerful name in the entertainment industry, and many young girls and women look up to her. From being a radio host to being a household name! Talk about working hard and putting in the work! She has also collaborated with many popular and famous beauty and fashion brands worldwide, including Steve Madden, L'Oréal and Revlon, amongst many others. Matheba's stellar hosting skills also landed her many popular shows and events such as Miss SA 2018 and 2024, the Earthshot Prize Awards 2024 and Glamour Of The Year Women Awards, as well as many others. Many of her friends and fans also took to social media to wish Queen B a heartfelt birthday. 'Happy Birthday to the blueprint!! It's our season,' rapper Gigi Lamayne said.
IOL News
19-06-2025
- Entertainment
- IOL News
Bonang Matheba offers life lessons for young women
Reality TV star and businesswoman Bonang Matheba has shared wise words for her fan girls. Image: Instagram. Ladies! Mzansi's Queen B has spoken, so you'll better listen up. Award-winning media personality and businesswoman Bonang Matheba recently took to her X account to share invaluable life lessons with her followers, particularly aimed at young women striving for success. With her commanding presence in the entertainment industry, Matheba has become a beacon of inspiration for countless South African girls yearning to carve their own paths. 'Work hard. Make money. Travel the world. Repeat. ☺️,' Matheba wrote on her X timeline. Her words come at a time when many women face the pressing challenges of navigating a competitive job market while pursuing their dreams. Having built an impressive empire, Matheba's career spans hosting major events, including the MTV Africa Music Awards, Earthshot Prize Awards and Miss South Africa pageants. She's also launched her own alcohol brand, House of BNG and has had her own reality shows on TV and YouTube. Additionally, her collaborations with top international brands like Steve Madden have only cemented her status as a formidable player in the industry. Matheba's recent post drew significant attention, igniting a wave of discussion among her followers. While many applauded her for the encouragement, others shared their own realities of hard work and unfulfilled dreams. @devoted_kay expressed her frustration, saying: "Currently working hard and it's not even enough to travel the province ✋🏽🫶🏻🥺 Empa we will continue working hard 😌." Similarly, @Katl3goo shared: "Currently working like a donkey on double shifts and still can't afford to leave the province 😩✋🏽🫶🏻 But we move… hard work must hear me whether it wants to or not! 💼💃🏽." Matheba's status as a role model encourages many young women to follow in her footsteps, no matter how difficult the journey may seem. @BoityBanks added: "The Queen has spoken and so it shall be! 💋."
