Beauty is not often associated with garbage.<\/p>\n
Likewise, femininity usually has no place in the space of waste management services.<\/p>
On Saturday, these stereotypes were thrown in the bin when the metro recognised the contribution of women in this sector, at the Women in Waste Awards, held at the Springs Civic Centre.<\/p>\n
The prestigious event was aimed at honouring and celebrating the immense contribution of females in the male dominated field of waste management services.<\/p>
Jeanet Nyelimane, a general worker based at the Germiston Depot, was named the overall winner at the awards ceremony and was awarded a trophy, a weekend getaway voucher for two, a medal and a certificate.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis will motivate me to respect my work even more and execute it with complete diligence,\u201d said the beaming Nyelimane upon receiving her award.<\/p>\n
MMC for environmental management Clr Ndosi Shongwe expressed her pleasure at handing over awards to the hard working women.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe metro is proud of you and appreciates the work you do in keeping the city clean,” she said.<\/p>\n
\u201cAs the municipality we do not perceive you just as waste removers, we regard you as the ambassadors of a cleaner and greener Ekurhuleni.\u201d<\/p>\n
Themed \u201cZithande\u201d, the occasion delved into health issues that affect women, such as cervical cancer, and Keneiloe Molefe – a nurse – emphasised the importance of women visiting their nearby clinic or healthcare provider for routine check-ups such as pap smears and mammograms.<\/p>\n
Three representatives from each of the municipality\u2019s 11 waste management depots received certificates, gold medals and gifts as a token of appreciation for their hard work and dedication.<\/p>\n
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