With Womenโs Month just around the corner, the Gauteng Legislature proudly opens nominations for the 11th Vita Basadi Awards!
Do you know a woman in your community who is making a real difference?
A woman who gives her time selflessly, uplifts others, and supports those in need โ without expecting anything in return?
Now is your chance to recognise her.
Nominate a deserving woman by submitting her name, along with a 300โword motivation outlining the incredible work she does and why she deserves to be honoured.
Nominations are open to women of all ages, backgrounds, cultures, faiths, sexual orientations, and abilities, including women with disabilities.
Nominations for multiple categories are allowed; however, motivations must be specific to each categoryโs criteria.
Nominators are also welcomed to upload any additional documentations to enhance their motivations on platforms such as Google Drive/iCloud/OneDrive/DropBox/etc and paste a link into the form.
Closing date: Tuesday, 30 June 2026
Donโt miss out! New Award Categories for 2026:
- Innovative Educator Award โ recognising a science teacher who brings the subject to life in an inspiring and innovative way; and
- Community Builder Award โ celebrating an educator who has made a meaningful impact on the academic growth and development of learners.
For the Young Dignitary Award, nominations are open to a girl child in either primary or secondary school. All nominations must be validated by the school to avoid misrepresentation.
The Guardian Award is open to women working as security guards, police and military officers, law enforcement officials, firefighters, lifeguards, and emergency service personnel.
Winners will be honoured at the prestigious Vita Basadi Awards Ceremony, hosted by Gauteng Legislature Speaker Hon. Morakane Mosupyoe, this August.
To nominate:ย Contact Ms. Zanele Mtsweniย on 0635015505 | Email zmtsweni@gpl.gov.zaย
Celebrate the women who inspire us โ nominate today!
