The first Yes We Can Connect Session took place on February 10th at Blandford Manor in Randburg. The purpose of this event was to foster personal and business connections among women.
The Yes We Can Business Network seeks to increase collaboration, inspiration, and support to develop sustainable and quality businesses. The session was hosted by Anthea Thyssen-Ambursley, the founder of AfriCAN EARTHizens. She explained that the network’s purpose is to empower women and youth across the African continent. “Most women in Africa need business support, funding, and business skills to support their families, and our youth on the continent need support to build a better Africa for all who live in it.”
Highlighting the spirit of giving and community support, 20 Yes We Can Connect ladies generously donated red baby blankets to Khensani Collections. This non-profit organisation, based in Diepsloot, supports teenage pregnant girls with all their needs during their pregnancy period. “In the month of love, we have shown 20 newborn babies some love through our donations to Khensani Collections,” said Thyssen-Ambursley. She also said that the co-founder, Diana Masaura, welcomed the gesture and urged all women to support the next generation.
The theme of the event, ‘The Importance of Earthing and Eco Lifestyle Awareness’, underscored the significance of connecting to nature and promoting eco-conscious living. Thyssen-Ambursley said that ECO Keynote Speaker, Nonhlanhala Moroenyane, emphasised the sacredness of food and the importance of indigenous foods in maintaining holistic wellbeing. “Noni reminded the ladies that earthing is important to stay grounded and for women to connect to natural energy to balance their bodies. We reminded women in the month of love to eat good healthy food and look after their wellbeing.”
Additionally, the community was invited to participate in eco-conscious initiatives, such as collecting plastic bottles for eco-brick schools. Reflecting on the need for more educational infrastructure, Thyssen-Ambursley noted, “There are not enough schools in densely populated areas, and Diepsloot is one of the areas that need more schools.” Through initiatives like the eco-brick schools, the community is coming together to address this pressing need and create a brighter future for all.
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