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WORD ON THE STREET: It's Women's Month. What is your message to the women of Benoni?

In celebration of Women’s Day (August 9) the country is uniting to pay their respects to the role women play within our communities.

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Jani de Beer 1 minute read

Black woman smiles as she makes a playful pose — Thembi Ubisi (Daveyton): Ladies hold on to the sharp side of the knife because we hold the strength of our families. When the going gets tough, stand tall and be tougher. Photo: Jani de Beer

Black woman with braids smiling — Dimpho Sesenyi (Daveyton): Through hardships and heartbreak women are always pushing further, working harder to care for their families. I hope you are never overcome with feelings of failure and remain resilient. Photo: Jani de Beer

Black man wearing a green beanie and reflective jacket — Dimpho Sesenyi (Daveyton): Through hardships and heartbreak women are always pushing further, working harder to care for their families. I hope you are never overcome with feelings of failure and remain resilient. Photo: Jani de Beer

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17 minutes ago

Jani de Beer 1 minute read

Jani de Beer

Jani went from working as a student intern for the Boksburg Advertiser to being employed as a junior journalist in 2004. Taking time out to start a family, she returned to the Caxton family in 2022 as senior journalist for the Benoni City Times. Her passion is telling her community's stories.

WORD ON THE STREET: It's Women's Month. What is your message to the women of Benoni?

In celebration of Women’s Day (August 9) the country is uniting to pay their respects to the role women play within our communities.

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