Zelda le Grange, who served former president Nelson Mandela in various capacities for almost 20 years, is set to inspire guests at a motivational yet spirited high tea event at Carnival City this Women\u2019s Day (August 9).<\/p>\n
The Mad Hatter\u2019s High Tea themed tea party is for women only and will include sumptuous food, prizes and giveaways, and a special guest appearance by Miss South Africa 2017 Demi-Leigh Nel-Peters and MC Nomalanga Sitole.<\/p>
\u201cWe are thrilled to confirm that Zelda le Grange will be speaking at our special Women\u2019s Day high tea in August.<\/p>\n
\u201cHer name is steeped in South African history as a longstanding personal aide to the late Madiba.<\/p>
\u201cShe has tremendous stories to tell in a way that inspires hope and changes lives.<\/p>\n
\u201cDon\u2019t miss this rare opportunity to hear her speak.<\/p>\n
\u201cIn true Carnival City style, the event will be laced with loads of spirited fun as well.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt is a wonderful way to mark Women\u2019s Day with your special friends, colleagues or daughters,\u201d said Michelle Smith, the marketing manager for Carnival City.<\/p>\n
As an inspirational speaker, le Grange has enthralled audiences throughout South Africa and the world.<\/p>\n
She uses anecdotes of her experiences through life to convey lessons related to discipline, leadership, respect, integrity, honesty and transparency.<\/p>\n
With her unique ability to recall her time as Madiba\u2019s personal aide with great nostalgia and honesty, in a way that resonates with South Africans, her talks are both captivating and inspiring.<\/p>\n
Le Grange served president Mandela in various capacities over 19 years including those of executive personal assistant, spokesperson, manager of stakeholder relations, Aide-de-camp and manager of his private office until his death on December 5, 2013.<\/p>\n
She has been awarded by a number of organisations for her dedication and service to the late Nelson Mandela.<\/p>\n
In 2014, she published her memoirs entitled Good Morning, Mr Mandela.<\/p>\n
It is a story of love and hope in which Zelda shares her story and how serving Mandela has had an impact on her life.<\/p>\n
To date the book has been translated into 10 languages and is distributed in 15 countries, in addition to all the Commonwealth nations.<\/p>\n
The book recently also appeared in its Japanese translation format.<\/p>\n
The Women\u2019s Day Mad Hatter\u2019s High Tea will take place in the Rio Ballroom at Carnival City.<\/p>\n
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