The Port St Johns Local Municipality hosted a Women’s Month fashion show aimed at promoting local designers, empowering women, and encouraging residents to support clothing produced within the municipality.
Background
The initiative, organised by the Women’s Caucus, formed part of Women’s Month activities in Port St Johns. It created a platform for emerging and established designers to display their collections while highlighting the economic and social importance of supporting local talent.
Key Moments
Mayor Cllr CS Mazuza opened the event, stressing the need for communities to wear and support clothing designed in Port St Johns.
Director of Local Economic Development (LED), Ms S Batyi, outlined the long-term vision of assisting designers to establish viable businesses.
Cllr A Gantsho, Portfolio Head of LED, reaffirmed the municipality’s commitment to providing opportunities for local designers, while Cllr Mjakuja emphasised the broader goal of empowering women spiritually, socially, and financially.
Impact on Community
The fashion show was not only a celebration of creativity but also an investment in women’s empowerment. By creating visibility for local designers, the event helped to boost entrepreneurship and highlighted the role of fashion in community development.
Impact Summary
- Port St Johns Municipality hosts Women’s Month fashion show.
- Local designers showcased collections to a wide audience.
- Leaders encouraged residents to support locally produced clothing.
- Municipality committed to helping designers build sustainable businesses.
- Event focused on women’s financial, social, and spiritual empowerment.
