August is Women’s Month in South Africa – a time to honour the courageous women who marched for equality, justice and the rights we enjoy today. It’s a chance to reflect on the legacy they left behind while celebrating the women we are, the women we’re becoming and the women who continue to inspire change every day.

Whether you’re looking for an afternoon of soulful music, an elegant high tea, an uplifting faith gathering or a fun day out with your best friends, Durban has plenty of ways to celebrate this Women’s Month.

Here are 10 events worth adding to your calendar:

1. Lira & Nomfundo Moh at Durban Botanic Gardens

Date: Sunday, August 9
Celebrate Women’s Day with two of South Africa’s most celebrated voices as Lira and Nomfundo Moh perform together for the first time at the Durban Botanic Gardens. Proceeds from the concert support the Garden Window Project, an innovative people-and-plant development programme. Tickets through Webtickets.

2. All White Women’s Day Experience

Date: Sunday, August 9
Dress in your best white outfit and enjoy a full day of entertainment at uShaka KuD’Ta, South Beach, featuring Sunday Soul Session DJs, live performances, lucky draws, delicious shisa nyama and platters, plus giveaways and prizes. With Monday being a public holiday, there’s no need to rush home. Book/more info here. Early Bird: R100. At the Door: R150

3. The R&B Movement – Women’s Day Celebration

Date: Sunday, August 9
Celebrate Women’s Day at Cuba Premium Day Club, Moses Mabhida Stadium with an afternoon of smooth R&B vibes in one of Durban’s favourite entertainment venues. Cost: R250 Tickets through Webtickets

4. Stand Strong. Shine Bright. Women’s Day High Tea

Date: Friday, August 14
Enjoy an inspiring morning of heartfelt conversations, meaningful connections and celebration as women come together to honour resilience, courage and community at Westville Country Club. The amazing MC is Milan Comley. Milan is a sustainability and brand development professional, and Mrs SA finalist who uses her platform to promote youth empowerment, education, conservation, entrepreneurship, and sustainable job creation. Cost: R450. Book here

5. Brenda Mtambo – Amahubo KaGogo: The Live Experience

Date: Saturday, August 15
Award-winning vocalist Brenda Mtambo brings her powerful live production, Amahubo KaGogo, to the Durban Playhouse for an unforgettable evening celebrating heritage, music and storytelling. Tickets from R300 through Webtickets.

6. Women Who Pray – 10-Year Celebration

Date: Saturday, August 22
Celebrate a decade of faith, purpose and sisterhood as Women Who Pray marks 10 years of empowering women through prayer and community at the Kloof Civic Hall. Expect an uplifting gathering filled with worship, inspiration and connection as women from across KZN come together to celebrate this milestone. Book here.

7. Women’s High Tea at The Oyster Box

Date: Saturday 8 to Monday 10 August
Raise a toast to the remarkable women of South Africa with an elegant afternoon at The Oyster Box. Guests will enjoy a welcome gin cocktail followed by the hotel’s iconic High Tea experience in the beautiful Palm Court. R790 per adult. R490 for children under 12. Bookings: 031 514 5000

8. Let’s Lift Each Other Up This Women’s Month

Date: Saturday, August 8
Celebrate the spirit of giving by joining a morning of tea, cake and connection while supporting women in need at Barcode 4093, 60A Bowker Road, Escombe. Hosted in collaboration with Aunty H Helping Hand, Barcode 4093 and Shake It Dance Fit, guests are encouraged to bring essential care items to help create dignity bags for women in the community. There will also be raffle prizes and plenty of opportunities to connect with like-minded women. Call 074 559 9039.

9. Sarees, Shakti & Shenanigans – Desi Masti

Date: Sunday, August 16
Ballito Hindu Dharma Sabha hosts its first-ever Women’s Day celebration at Zimbali Country Club with a vibrant morning of laughter, games, glamour and Indian-inspired fun. Dress in your favourite Indian Fusion outfit, enjoy goodie bags and celebrate the strength, spirit and sparkle of women. More info here.

10. Hillcrest SAPS Women’s Day Celebration

Date: Tuesday, August 11
Celebrate Women’s Month by giving back to the community at the Hillcrest SAPS Women’s Day Celebration, hosted in partnership with the Community Police Forum and the Youth Crime Prevention Desk. This special outreach event will be held at the Born Again Disabled Children’s Home in Embo, where donations of essential food and household items will help support the children in their care. Call 068 323 1413 for more info and donation suggestions.

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