BONISIWE
Bonisiwe’s, role at MultiChoice is to develop and drive the company’s Transformation and CSI strategy. This role requires someone who enjoys working with people and strongly believes in the power and beauty of allyship. “At MultiChoice, I’ve seen how we can do so much more together, that’s why we make sure that we create strong partnerships that will sustain our long-term projects”, Says Boni. Some of these projects include the MultiChoice Innovation Fund (MIF), the MultiChoice Talent Factory (MTF) and the DStv Diski Challenge. She has watched these projects create jobs and empowering them to be the best versions of themselves. Last year alone, Bonisiwe and the CSI team created 395 jobs through small businesses in various programmes such as MultiChoice Africa Accelerator, Enterprise Development Fund and preferential procurement.
Outside of the office, Bonisiwe is a mother of three boys and a devoted, loving wife. She beams up as she mentions her family. “They are my pillar of strength and cannot imagine life without them”. Being able to maintain a good balance between being a mother, wife and her corporate responsibilities has been an interesting journey for Bonisiwe, making her life worth living more. Being in a leadership position means constantly working on yourself. It is no shock that Bonisiwe looks amazing and thrives in what she does. This boss lady spends time in church and the gym to ensure a good mental health and continuously strives to enhance her skills and knowledge. She embarked and completed her MBA with Henley Business School in 2011. “The world is changing so fast, so my skills need to match the present day-to- day requirements.” She says. Bonisiwe Dlamini is one incredible woman, doing the Lord’s work. This women’s month, we shine a light on women like her; whose work has meaningful impact on people’s lives. When asked how she feels about being seen and what came out of her mouth is profound, “increasing the social fabric of communities is passion and purpose, to be given a pat on the back for something that I really love is special to me.”
Speaking of community development and upliftment, Bonisiwe’s belief is that people feel empowered when they are given the opportunities to be able to stand up for themselves and decide their own destiny. She says that “People want the tools and access to take ownership of their lives”, so for her, being able to provide that, gives her hope and fulfilment. To be able to share some insights of her life and career and hopefully encourage young people when they feel like giving up is something she holds very dear to her heart.
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