August 9th marks the commemoration of National Women’s Day annually in South Africa. This day was declared a National Day in 1994 – a day commemorating the historic achievements of women stalwarts in the struggles against oppression, subjugation and disenfranchisement, as well as the pursuit of women’s empowerment, advancement and the achievement of gender equality.

This year’s Women's Month is celebrated under the theme: "ACCELERATING SOCIOECONOMIC OPPORTUNITIES FOR WOMEN'S EMPOWERMENT."

The KwaZulu-Natal government resolved to embrace the theme for Women’s Month with the intention of unlocking economic opportunities for women by supporting women-owned businesses in EThekwini Metro. EDTEA KZN funded 10 women-owned businesses, which will be assisted in operating efficiently and effectively in a competitive and sustainable manner.