{"id":19725,"date":"2024-08-26T11:25:31","date_gmt":"2024-08-26T09:25:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/?p=19725"},"modified":"2024-08-26T11:25:49","modified_gmt":"2024-08-26T09:25:49","slug":"inspirational-women","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/blog\/2024\/08\/26\/inspirational-women\/","title":{"rendered":"Inspirational Women"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Women\u2019s Month is a time to honour the resilience and independence of local<br \/>\nwomen &#8230; Strong, independent women who navigate life with confidence, embrace their individuality and empower others to do the same. They break barriers, challenge stereotypes and forge their own paths, often in the face of adversity.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Monique O\u2019Reilly<\/strong><br \/>\nSales manager and financial advisor at Didimata, accredited Old Mutual Agency Franchise, and Woofstock SA Founder<br \/>\nMy main passion is people. My goal as a financial advisor is to ensure that families\u2019 legacies are protected. My second passion is animals, and we host an annual event to raise funds and gather food to assist rescue centres.<br \/>\n\u201c What you do makes a difference, and you have to decide what kind of difference you want to make.\u201d<br \/>\n<strong>Details: 067 409 8569<\/strong><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_19729\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-19729\" style=\"width: 388px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-19729\" src=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/4-1-283x400.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"388\" height=\"548\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/4-1-283x400.jpg 283w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/4-1-724x1024.jpg 724w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/4-1-768x1086.jpg 768w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/4-1-1086x1536.jpg 1086w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/4-1-1448x2048.jpg 1448w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/4-1-297x420.jpg 297w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/4-1-696x985.jpg 696w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/4-1-1068x1511.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/4-1-1920x2716.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/4-1-scaled.jpg 1810w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 388px) 100vw, 388px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-19729\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Monique O\u2019Reilly. Photo: Supplied<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong>Anri Nell<\/strong><br \/>\nDietitian, MediHub Medical Centre<br \/>\nBorn and raised in Mbombela, I have a degree in Bsc Human Movement Sciences and a second degree in Bsc Dietetics from North-West University. My special interests include weight-loss, weight gain, sports nutrition, diabetes, kidney disease, oncology, hormonal imbalances and plant-based diets. Lowveld, get ready to change your diet and lifestyle with us!<br \/>\n<strong>Details: 013 010 3230<\/strong><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_19732\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-19732\" style=\"width: 382px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-19732\" src=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/8-1-283x400.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"382\" height=\"540\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/8-1-283x400.jpg 283w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/8-1-724x1024.jpg 724w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/8-1-768x1086.jpg 768w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/8-1-1086x1536.jpg 1086w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/8-1-1448x2048.jpg 1448w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/8-1-297x420.jpg 297w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/8-1-696x985.jpg 696w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/8-1-1068x1511.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/8-1-1920x2716.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/8-1-scaled.jpg 1810w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 382px) 100vw, 382px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-19732\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Anri Nell. Photo: Supplied<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong>Lee-Ann Heine van Zweel<\/strong><br \/>\nOwner of Orange Restaurant<br \/>\nI am one of the longest running female restaurateurs in the Lowveld. Managing a restaurant is like being a mother. It means being a part of a family, albeit a slightly dysfunctional one. We function like a well-oiled machine; my staff are amazing. A restaurant relies on its reputation, and I believe that it is the attention to detail and the personal touches that makes mine a success, along with the loyalty of my customers.<br \/>\n<strong>Details: 083 628 7759<\/strong><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_19730\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-19730\" style=\"width: 388px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-19730\" src=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/5-1-283x400.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"388\" height=\"549\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/5-1-283x400.jpg 283w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/5-1-724x1024.jpg 724w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/5-1-768x1086.jpg 768w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/5-1-1086x1536.jpg 1086w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/5-1-1448x2048.jpg 1448w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/5-1-297x420.jpg 297w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/5-1-696x985.jpg 696w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/5-1-1068x1511.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/5-1-1920x2716.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/5-1-scaled.jpg 1810w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 388px) 100vw, 388px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-19730\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Lee-Ann Heine van Zweel. Photo: Supplied<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong>Michelle Higgy<\/strong><br \/>\nGeneral manager, Southern Sun and StayEasy Mbombela<br \/>\nI have 35 years of providing safe, clean and comfortable hotel accommodation behind me. My passion is paying it forward &#8211; growing my team to be able to excel in their chosen careers and deliver our company values within the hospitality industry. I take great pride in our brand! I\u2019m a mum and grandmother, and I absolutely love spending time with my family. I also love playing golf.<br \/>\n<strong>Details: 013 757 0000<\/strong><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_19737\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-19737\" style=\"width: 383px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-19737\" src=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/dddd-283x400.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"383\" height=\"541\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/dddd-283x400.jpg 283w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/dddd-724x1024.jpg 724w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/dddd-768x1086.jpg 768w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/dddd-1086x1536.jpg 1086w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/dddd-1448x2048.jpg 1448w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/dddd-297x420.jpg 297w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/dddd-696x985.jpg 696w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/dddd-1068x1511.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/dddd-1920x2716.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/dddd-scaled.jpg 1810w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 383px) 100vw, 383px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-19737\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Michelle Higgo. Photo: Supplied<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong>Amanda Schreuder<\/strong><br \/>\nOwner of Good Works Coffee<br \/>\nI am a wife and mum to four boys who have made me the woman I am today! I have travelled all over the world and love the feel of a cozy, locally owned coffee shop. GWC has a strong community feel to it, and the goal is to create a comfortable, inviting environment. We love using organic and raw ingredients as far as possible, serving an organic coffee with the option of raw milk.<br \/>\n<strong>Details: 077 450 5622<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_19727\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-19727\" style=\"width: 384px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-19727\" src=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/1-1-283x400.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"384\" height=\"542\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/1-1-283x400.jpg 283w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/1-1-724x1024.jpg 724w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/1-1-768x1086.jpg 768w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/1-1-1086x1536.jpg 1086w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/1-1-1448x2048.jpg 1448w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/1-1-297x420.jpg 297w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/1-1-696x985.jpg 696w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/1-1-1068x1511.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/1-1-1920x2716.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/1-1-scaled.jpg 1810w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 384px) 100vw, 384px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-19727\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Amanda Schreuder. Photo: Supplied<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong>Suzanne van Breda<\/strong><br \/>\nGeneral manager, Christie\u2019s at 32 on Russell Boutique Guest House and Restaurant<br \/>\nMy innate talent for hospitality stands me in good stead with our guests. I am proud to say I have won a number of awards, including Best Timeshare<br \/>\nCo-ordinator in South Africa and Virgin Star of the Year at Virgin Limited Edition under Richard Branson. I cherish my family above all else, their support has been crucial in navigating the demanding hospitality industry.<br \/>\n<strong>Details: 082 782 3312<\/strong><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_19733\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-19733\" style=\"width: 387px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-19733\" src=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/9-1-283x400.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"387\" height=\"547\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/9-1-283x400.jpg 283w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/9-1-724x1024.jpg 724w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/9-1-768x1086.jpg 768w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/9-1-1086x1536.jpg 1086w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/9-1-1448x2048.jpg 1448w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/9-1-297x420.jpg 297w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/9-1-696x985.jpg 696w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/9-1-1068x1511.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/9-1-1920x2716.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/9-1-scaled.jpg 1810w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 387px) 100vw, 387px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-19733\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Suzanne van Breda. Photo:Supplied<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong>Peta de Wet<\/strong><br \/>\nOwner of The Market @ Friends Cafe, The Market @ Casterbridge, The Conscious Living Expo &amp; Fair, Peta\u2019s Pantry<br \/>\nI have a passion for small businesses and finding creative outlets for them, which is how I got to create the various artisan markets. I get a kick out of seeing visitors to the market leave with quality goodies. I also created my own line of condiments under the Peta\u2019s Pantry label and am thoroughly enjoying exploring the homesteading lifestyle.<br \/>\n<strong>Details: 082 331 0712<\/strong><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_19728\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-19728\" style=\"width: 383px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-19728\" src=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/2-1-283x400.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"383\" height=\"541\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/2-1-283x400.jpg 283w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/2-1-724x1024.jpg 724w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/2-1-768x1086.jpg 768w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/2-1-1086x1536.jpg 1086w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/2-1-1448x2048.jpg 1448w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/2-1-297x420.jpg 297w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/2-1-696x985.jpg 696w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/2-1-1068x1511.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/2-1-1920x2716.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/2-1-scaled.jpg 1810w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 383px) 100vw, 383px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-19728\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Peta de Wet. Photo: Supplied<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong>Dr Inge van Dyk Visser<\/strong><br \/>\nMBChB (Pret) AdvDip (Aesthetic Medicine). Anti-ageing medicine and weight loss, MediHub Medical Centre, Nelspruit<br \/>\nI\u2019m a doctor born and bred in the Lowveld. I specialise in anti-ageing medicine, weight-loss programmes and general medical consultations. I believe in non-surgical, minimally invasive procedures to prevent ageing and to boost confidence. I have a natural approach to enhancing beauty and lifestyle changes for weight control without surgical intervention. I can\u2019t wait to meet you!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Details: 013 010 3230<\/strong><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_19731\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-19731\" style=\"width: 386px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-19731\" src=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/6-1-283x400.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"386\" height=\"546\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/6-1-283x400.jpg 283w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/6-1-724x1024.jpg 724w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/6-1-768x1086.jpg 768w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/6-1-1086x1536.jpg 1086w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/6-1-1448x2048.jpg 1448w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/6-1-297x420.jpg 297w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/6-1-696x985.jpg 696w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/6-1-1068x1511.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/6-1-1920x2716.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/6-1-scaled.jpg 1810w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 386px) 100vw, 386px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-19731\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Dr Inge van Dyk Visser. Photo: Supplied<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong>Dr Veronique van der Linde<\/strong><br \/>\nWomen\u2019s health, aesthetic and anti-ageing medicine, MediHub Medical Centre<br \/>\nMy background includes a private practice in Barberton and emergency department experience. I\u2019m committed to empowering patients with confidence and tools for healthy lives, and I enjoy helping patients from all walks of life. I\u2019m fluent in English, Afrikaans and well acquainted with medically oriented isiZulu.<br \/>\n<strong>Details: 013 010 3230<\/strong><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_19739\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-19739\" style=\"width: 389px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-19739\" src=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/fffff-283x400.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"389\" height=\"550\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/fffff-283x400.jpg 283w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/fffff-724x1024.jpg 724w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/fffff-768x1086.jpg 768w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/fffff-1086x1536.jpg 1086w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/fffff-1448x2048.jpg 1448w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/fffff-297x420.jpg 297w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/fffff-696x985.jpg 696w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/fffff-1068x1511.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/fffff-1920x2716.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/lowveld\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/24\/2024\/08\/fffff-scaled.jpg 1810w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 389px) 100vw, 389px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-19739\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Dr Veronique van der Linde. Photo: Supplied<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Women\u2019s Month is a time to honour the resilience and independence of local women &#8230; Strong, independent women who navigate life with confidence, embrace their individuality and empower others to do the same. 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