Glamour met financial grit at News Café on 2 October as women turned out in their finest attire for a prestigious economic empowerment event, officially launching the 11-day CUFA Fest series. MC Karabo Sands brought electric energy to the gorgeous, pink-themed venue, anchoring hard-hitting discussions on financial freedom.

Financial advisor Winnie Kamolane kicked off the day by tackling emotional spending and budgeting for entrepreneurs. “You worked hard to earn this money, and you need to track every cent of it,” Kamolane urged, advising attendees to implement strict three-month tracking systems. The energy shifted to wealth creation as Powerhouse Property mogul Tshepiso Lebyane challenged the room to live intentionally.

Sharing a lifelong blueprint for career success, Lebyane noted, “When you are in your 20s, you must work hard; when you are in your 30s, you must work smart; when you are in your 40s, you must work when you want.”

Closing the line-up, SEDFA Operations Manager and business coach Boijane Mshumpela shared funding strategies, urging women to move from survival to success. The high-vibe event proved that Bloemfontein’s women are fully ready to claim their financial power.