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Remember in the 90s and 2000s when chick flicks wereat their peak? Films like “The Devil Wears Prada,” “Legally Blonde,” “Confessions of a Shopaholic” and more brought some fresh fun to the silver screen. This evolved in the 2010s with female-led movies such as “The Hunger Games” and “Little Women,”and TV shows like “Glow” and…

Women working in South Africa’s film and TV industry still risk losing job opportunities when they speak out against sexual harassment and unfair treatment, while a lack of funding is slowing efforts to make productions safer, says Sisters Working in Film and Television chairperson Pearl Munonde.

Before the flashing lights and global headlines, some of Hollywood’s leading ladies started their journeys with everyday jobs just like the rest of us. From working in fast food to juggling retail gigs, these women proved that grit and determination can launch anyone from humble beginnings to household names. Check out some of the quirky…

Young women hoping to build careers in journalism and communication received a closer look at the opportunities, pressures and responsibilities of the industry during the annual Women in Media and Communication Speed Mentoring Session held in Pretoria last week.