Research indicates that women who run their own businesses, particularly in the agriculture and informal sectors, wield significant influence in uplifting families and societies. Countries such as South Africa, Nigeria, Cameroon, Tanzania and Kenya have witnessed the profound impact of women-led businesses in combating extreme poverty, reducing unemployment, and addressing inequality.
As Buhle Farmers’ Academy graduate Thandi Sithole says: “At the moment, even with a degree, you might end up