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Women find connection and strength at Mall of Africa PowerHer event

Participants experienced a morning of candid discussions on burnout, motherhood, and self-doubt that transformed an ordinary fitness gathering into an enduring support network.

The Motherkind PowerHer Fit Fest focused on inspiring conversations, meaningful connections, and unforgettable moments with a community of women.

Kayla Itsines sat and spoke with the women, listening as participants opened up about motherhood, burnout, self-doubt, pressure, and the silent battles they face daily. “Today is about showing up as your most powerful self,” Kayla told them. “Not perfect. Not smaller. Not quieter. Powerful. Strong you.”

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The conversations were honest and the connections immediate as women hugged, laughed, cried, and cheered each other on.

“I came here feeling alone in my struggles,” said Luyanda Sibisi. “Hearing other women speak so honestly made me realise I am not alone, and I left feeling motivated, connected, and ready to show up as my most powerful self on an unforgettable morning.”

Anuschka de Goede and Alexandri van der Merwe say these initiatives should reach many women around the country. Photo: Itumeleng Molefe

“This was not just an event; it was an experience,” said Tshidi Serebolo.

“The connections were so real. We laughed, we shared, we encouraged each other. I met women today who I know will be in my life for a long time. Kayla reminded us that our power is already inside us; we just needed to remember it.”

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That was the magic of PowerHer. It centred on internal strength and emotional connection rather than physical appearance. Women left with new friendships, new courage, and a new promise to themselves: to stop shrinking, to stop apologising, to start showing up powerfully.

Tshidi Serebolo and Nyiko Chauke say it is important for women in the community to engage in conversation that empower women movement. Photo: Itumeleng Molefe

The gathering demonstrated that open dialogue fosters mutual healing and collective strength. As the morning ended at Mall of Africa, the women did not just leave with photos; they left with something far greater.

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