In Conversation With Lerato Tshabangu Celebrating Women in Engineering Future Leaders Shine on INWED 2025

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To mark International Women in Engineering Day (INWED) 2025, celebrated annually on 23 June, two remarkable young South African women—Lerato Tshabangu and Zinhle Sengibongile Mthiyane—are being recognised for their inspiring journeys in the field of engineering. Their stories reflect the importance of support, representation, and resilience in shaping a more inclusive STEM future.
This year’s INWED theme, #TogetherWeEngineer, calls attention to the power of collaboration and community in driving diversity across the engineering profession. It encourages collective action to open doors for more women and create a thriving, global network of changemakers.

25 Jun English South Africa Entertainment News · Music Interviews

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