Flight Attendant:Siantha Pillay
I am Siantha Pillay from Durban, South Africa and I am an international flight attendant. In 2014, I had the privilege of attending the GFPA Foundation Aviation and Space Camp. One of the best adventures I have experienced by far in this journey of my life! This...
Aircraft Maintenance Technician:Jade Elms
My name is Jade Elms. I am from Eldorado Park. I am a Qualified Aircraft Maintenance Technician working toward acquiring my AME license. My journey started in 2013 when I met a pilot named Fundi, who introduced me to the Southern African Women in Aviation and...
Mechanical Engineer:Mpho Radebe
Indlela ibuzwa kwabaphambili is a Zulu proverb meaning those who have gone before are the ones who can show the path. Born in Soweto, Mpho Radebe graduated from the University of the Witwatersrand (Wits) with a mechanical engineering degree. She is also studying for a...
Medical Doctor :Dr Chrystal Mbu
Empowering women and girls and promoting gender equality is crucial to accelerating sustainable development.Ending all forms of discrimination against women and girls is not only a basic human right, but it also has a multiplier effect across all other development...
Aeronautical Engineer:Noma Khumalo
My name is Nomathemba Khumalo, and I am a qualified Aeronautical engineer and a certified Drone pilot. I grew up in Stanger, located in KwaZulu-Natal. Ever since I was young, I dreamed of pursuing a career in aviation and becoming a pilot. However, during a career...EVENTS
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