WomenIN Festival 2025 unveils expanded programme in partnership with FNB

The WomenIN Festival returns to Cape Town next month with an expanded programme, new speakers and a renewed partnership with FNB — bringing together more than 100 female leaders from across 17 industries for two days of debate, mentorship and collaboration under the theme Limitless: No Labels. No Limits. No Apologies

The WomenIN Festival 2025, in partnership with FNB, has released an updated programme featuring new sessions, speakers and experiences ahead of its return to Cape Town next month.

Set for 13–14 November at Newlands Cricket Ground, the festival will bring together more than 100 speakers from 17 industries for two days of debate, mentorship and networking under the theme Limitless: No Labels. No Limits. No Apologies.

Naz Fredericks-Maharaj, Founding Director of the WomenIN Portfolio at VUKA Group, said: “Crafting the WomenIN Festival 2025 programme has been an inspiring journey. Our vision is to create an experience that empowers women across diverse sectors, fosters meaningful connections, and drives tangible impact.

“This updated programme reflects our unwavering commitment to innovation, inclusivity, and creating opportunities for women to lead, influence, and thrive.”

The enhanced schedule introduces new sessions on leadership, entrepreneurship, sustainability, digital transformation and personal growth, alongside newly announced speakers representing some of Africa’s most influential female voices.

Expanded experiences include wellness spaces, interactive activation zones and dedicated networking areas.

Tickets, starting at R599, include access to speaker sessions, workshops, wellness events and mentorship opportunities, with premium packages offering additional hospitality and VIP networking benefits.

The partnership with FNB underscores what organisers describe as a shared commitment to supporting women’s leadership and entrepreneurship across Africa’s key industries.

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