{"id":4933,"date":"2023-08-10T12:02:06","date_gmt":"2023-08-10T10:02:06","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.thelife.digital\/tl\/?p=4933"},"modified":"2023-08-10T12:02:09","modified_gmt":"2023-08-10T10:02:09","slug":"announcing-the-first-women-in-organic-and-natural-products-imbizo-organic-natural-growth-opportunities-africa-2023","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thelife.digital\/tl\/articles\/announcing-the-first-women-in-organic-and-natural-products-imbizo-organic-natural-growth-opportunities-africa-2023\/","title":{"rendered":"Announcing the first Women in Organic and Natural Products Imbizo: \u201cOrganic &amp; Natural Growth Opportunities Africa 2023\u201d"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The organisers of the Organic and Natural Products Expo Africa are thrilled to announce the inaugural Women in Organic and Natural Products Imbizo, taking place alongside the Expo on&nbsp;16 September 2023. Themed \u201cOrganic &amp; Natural Growth Opportunities Africa 2023\u201d, the event takes place at Sandton Convention Centre, Johannesburg and brings together&nbsp;leading professionals, entrepreneurs, activists, and advocates from diverse backgrounds and experiences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cThe Women in Organic and Natural Products Imbizo is an initiative that seeks to share business opportunities for women in this sector, whilst recognising and celebrating the significant contributions women have made,\u201d explains&nbsp;Catherine Larkin of CVLC Communication, the Imbizo spokesperson. \u201cThe event will provide a platform for networking, knowledge sharing, and inspiring discussions, whilst encouraging collaboration and fostering a supportive community for women in this niche industry that offers huge growth potential.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The aims of the Imbizo are to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Inform delegates<\/strong>&nbsp;about&nbsp;business opportunities&nbsp;in organic and natural products&nbsp;in the region, Africa and the rest of the world;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Showcase success stories&nbsp;<\/strong>of women in this sector, sharing their journeys and lessons learned;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Inspire and motivate&nbsp;<\/strong>women;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Create&nbsp;<\/strong>a platform for women to engage, share and collaborate for success; and.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Support<\/strong>&nbsp;market growth by promoting&nbsp;organic&nbsp;and&nbsp;natural&nbsp;products.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Highlights of the Women in Organic and Natural Products Imbizo\u2019s draft programme include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Unveiling regional, global and African market trends: exploring the organic and natural sector<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Business opportunities for women in organics and natural products<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Empowered voices: invited speakers share experiences, lessons learned, and triumphs over struggles<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Funding for SMMes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fostering lasting connections: Case studies, followed by a structured match-making and networking session<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Award Presentations by Farmer\u2019s Weekly: Female Fresh Produce Farmer of the Year<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Confirmed participants include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Heidene Lawrence&nbsp;<em>&#8211;<\/em>&nbsp;Founder: Tubby\u2019s Kitchen<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Jane Mackenzie \u2013 Founder and CEO: 365 Healthy By Choice Nobantu Mqulwana \u2013 Founder of Rising Tide Advisory Services<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Thina Nodada \u2013 Chief Executive Officer: Waymaker Trade Solutions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Janine Ryan \u2013 Editor: Farmer\u2019s Weekly<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cBy providing a platform for women to share their experiences, exchange knowledge, and inspire one another, we aim to contribute to a more equitable and sustainable future,\u201d explains Larkin. &#8220;We believe that the Imbizo will be a catalyst for positive change, amplifying<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Issued by<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Contact:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Catherine Larkin \u2013 CVLC Communication<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Telephone:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 087&nbsp;822 2858<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cell phone:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 083&nbsp;300&nbsp;0331<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Contact:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Catherine Larkin<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Email:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:catherine@cvlc.co.za\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">catherine@cvlc.co.za<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Website:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cvlc.co.za\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">www.cvlc.co.za<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-blockspare-blockspare-carousel blockspare-4b2618aa-4eea-4\" blockspare-animation=\"\"><style>.blockspare-4b2618aa-4eea-4 .blockspare-carousel-wrap span:before,.blockspare-4b2618aa-4eea-4 .blockspare-carousel-wrap ul li button{color:#000}.blockspare-4b2618aa-4eea-4 .blockspare-carousel-wrap .slick-slider .slick-dots > li button{background-color:#000}.blockspare-4b2618aa-4eea-4 .blockspare-carousel-wrap .blockspare-gallery-figure img{border-radius:0px}.blockspare-4b2618aa-4eea-4 .slick-slider .slick-arrow:after{background-color:#fff}.blockspare-4b2618aa-4eea-4 .blockspare-carousel-wrap{margin-top:30px;margin-bottom:30px}<\/style><div class=\"blockspare-blocks blockspare-carousel-wrap has-gutter-space-1 blockspare-original blockspare-navigation-small lpc-navigation-1 bs-has-equal-height blockspare-slides-2\"><div class=\"blockspare-carousel-items\"><div data-next=\"fas fa-chevron-right\" data-prev=\"fas fa-chevron-left\" data-slick=\"{&quot;loop&quot;:true,&quot;autoplay&quot;:true,&quot;slidesToShow&quot;:2,&quot;speed&quot;:&quot;1000&quot;,&quot;arrows&quot;:true,&quot;dots&quot;:false}\"><div><div class=\"blockspare-gallery-figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.thelife.digital\/tl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/HeadShoulders-WhatsApp-683x1024.jpg\" class=\"blockspare-hover-item\"\/><\/div><\/div><div><div class=\"blockspare-gallery-figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.thelife.digital\/tl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Imbizo-spokesperson-Catherine-Larkin-of-CVLC-Communication.jpg\" class=\"blockspare-hover-item\"\/><\/div><\/div><div><div class=\"blockspare-gallery-figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.thelife.digital\/tl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Janine-Ryan-FarmersWeekly.jpg\" class=\"blockspare-hover-item\"\/><\/div><\/div><div><div class=\"blockspare-gallery-figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.thelife.digital\/tl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Nobantu-Mqulwana-1-1024x683.jpg\" class=\"blockspare-hover-item\"\/><\/div><\/div><div><div class=\"blockspare-gallery-figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.thelife.digital\/tl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Thina-Nodada-Waymaker-Trade-Solutions-1-1024x682.jpg\" class=\"blockspare-hover-item\"\/><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p> the voices of women and empowering them to play an even greater role in shaping the future of our industry.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Registration for the Women in Organic and Natural Products Imbizo is now open. Registration for the expo costs R50. There is no additional cost to attend the Women\u2019s Imbizo in Organic and Natural Products, but seats are limited and pre-registration is essential. Book now at\u00a0<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.organicandnaturalportal.com\/womens-imbizo\/\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/www.organicandnaturalportal.com\/womens-imbizo\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Announcing the first Women in Organic and Natural Products Imbizo: \u201cOrganic &#038; Natural Growth Opportunities Africa 2023\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":4935,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"ngg_post_thumbnail":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[35,16,19],"tags":[49],"class_list":["post-4933","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-trending","category-articles","category-health","tag-national"],"featured_image_urls":{"full":["https:\/\/www.thelife.digital\/tl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/IMBIZO-LOGO@300x-APPROVEDBYJENNY.png",500,500,false],"thumbnail":["https:\/\/www.thelife.digital\/tl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/IMBIZO-LOGO@300x-APPROVEDBYJENNY-150x150.png",150,150,true],"medium":["https:\/\/www.thelife.digital\/tl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/IMBIZO-LOGO@300x-APPROVEDBYJENNY-300x300.png",300,300,true],"medium_large":["https:\/\/www.thelife.digital\/tl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/IMBIZO-LOGO@300x-APPROVEDBYJENNY.png",500,500,false],"large":["https:\/\/www.thelife.digital\/tl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/IMBIZO-LOGO@300x-APPROVEDBYJENNY.png",500,500,false],"1536x1536":["https:\/\/www.thelife.digital\/tl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/IMBIZO-LOGO@300x-APPROVEDBYJENNY.png",500,500,false],"2048x2048":["https:\/\/www.thelife.digital\/tl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/IMBIZO-LOGO@300x-APPROVEDBYJENNY.png",500,500,false],"magazine-7-slider-full":["https:\/\/www.thelife.digital\/tl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/IMBIZO-LOGO@300x-APPROVEDBYJENNY.png",500,500,false],"magazine-7-slider-center":["https:\/\/www.thelife.digital\/tl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/IMBIZO-LOGO@300x-APPROVEDBYJENNY.png",500,500,false],"magazine-7-featured":["https:\/\/www.thelife.digital\/tl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/IMBIZO-LOGO@300x-APPROVEDBYJENNY.png",500,500,false],"magazine-7-medium":["https:\/\/www.thelife.digital\/tl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/IMBIZO-LOGO@300x-APPROVEDBYJENNY-500x380.png",500,380,true],"magazine-7-medium-square":["https:\/\/www.thelife.digital\/tl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/IMBIZO-LOGO@300x-APPROVEDBYJENNY-500x450.png",500,450,true]},"author_info":{"info":["TheLife Team"]},"category_info":"<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thelife.digital\/tl\/category\/trending\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Advertisers<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thelife.digital\/tl\/category\/articles\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Articles &amp; Advertisers<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thelife.digital\/tl\/category\/articles\/health\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Health Beauty and Wellness<\/a>","tag_info":"Health Beauty and Wellness","comment_count":"0","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thelife.digital\/tl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4933","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thelife.digital\/tl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thelife.digital\/tl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thelife.digital\/tl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thelife.digital\/tl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=4933"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.thelife.digital\/tl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4933\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":4940,"href":"https:\/\/www.thelife.digital\/tl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4933\/revisions\/4940"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thelife.digital\/tl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/4935"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thelife.digital\/tl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=4933"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thelife.digital\/tl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=4933"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thelife.digital\/tl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=4933"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}