The Housing Development Agency (HDA), an agency of the Department of Human Settlements, will host the inaugural Women Who Build the Nation stakeholder engagement—a dynamic national platform designed to celebrate and amplify the contributions of women across the human settlements and built environment sectors.

The event, to be addressed by the Minister of Human Settlements, Thembi Simelane, will convene leaders, innovators, policymakers, and industry stakeholders to share insights, showcase success stories, and foster partnerships that drive inclusive and sustainable development.

This engagement will highlight women’s achievements, promote collaboration, recognize their economic contributions, and inspire greater participation and leadership among women in the built environment sector across the value chain.

Immediately after her address to Women Who Build the Nation stakeholder engagement, Minister Simelane will join the first National Convention which begins the 12-month National Dialogue.

Media are invited to attend as follows:

Date: Friday, 15 August 2025

Time: 09:00

Venue: The Maslow Hotel, Sandton, Johannesburg

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RSVP: Communication@thehda.co.za

Enquiries: Tsekiso Machike, Spokesperson to the Minister on 077 410 5050 I Tsekiso.machike@dhs.gov.za OR Katlego Moselakgomo on 0822629048

Issued by the Ministry of Human Settlements, Govan Mbeki House 240, Justice Mahomed Street, Sunnyside, Pretoria