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DURABLE CANVAS TENTS FOR EVERY NEED

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MAKING HISTORY: FIRST PERSON FROM AFRICA

ELECTED PRESIDENT IN 100 YEARS

supportive community that DISCOVER THE POWER OF self-improvement, gaining tools
encouraged her to step forward, TOASTMASTERS IN KZN to express yourself clearly and
take on leadership roles, and Toastmasters offers a lead confidently. The flexible
inspire others. welcoming supportive environment empowers you to
Over the years, Rochat has environment where people unlock your potential at your own
pace, with every step celebrated.
trained and mentored people from all walks of life, students,
across the world, written books professionals, entrepreneurs, If you’re ready to elevate your
on public speaking, and built an and retirees, can enhance communication skills, boost your
international coaching business - public speaking and leadership confidence, and connect with a
all while staying deeply connected skills. Clubs meet online and vibrant community, Toastmasters
to her Cape Town roots. “I am in person globally, providing is the place to start. Take the
proud to represent the incredible a safe space to conquer stage first step toward discovering the
talent we have in Africa,” Rochat fright, refine communication, power of your voice and the joy
said. “Toastmasters taught me to and build confidence. of personal growth.
say ‘yes’ to opportunities. When Joining a Toastmasters club
you grow, you are able to help You are worth it, choose you
Aletta Rochat, Distiguised Toastmaster (DTM), Toastmasters International others do the same.” connects you with a supportive today. 
President at a recent celebratory event community encouraging
Toastmasters International growth. Each club has a unique For more information about
letta Rochat, has made opening address, she shared a has over 280,000 members atmosphere, perfect for nervous Toastmasters or about how to join a
history as the first African message of hope and resilience: across 149 countries. These clubs beginners or seasoned speakers. club, please contact:
Aelected International “Our success is not determined provide a safe and supportive Meetings spark inspiration Nontobeko Mhlongo, Division Director
President of Toastmasters by our circumstances, it is environment where people gain through impromptu speaking E: dvdd@toastmasters74.org
International, a global determined by our belief in essential communication and practice, ideal for mastering T: +27 (0)61 335 1275
organisation that helps people what is possible.” leadership skills that ripple out challenges like job interviews, W: www.toastmasters.org/find-a-club
build confidence, communication, into workplaces, families, and and constructive feedback in a
and leadership skills. Her election is a proud communities. warm setting.
moment for Africa. Rochat’s
Rochat was inaugurated journey with Toastmasters Rochat’s achievement Toastmasters is more than
at the organisation’s annual began in 2008, when she joined demonstrates how local voices skill-building; it’s about forming
International Convention in a local club to further develop can rise to inspire the world - and meaningful connections within
Philadelphia, USA, held from her speaking and leadership how Africa continues to produce a dynamic community. Grow
20 – 23 August 2025. In her skills. She quickly found a leaders of global significance. alongside others passionate about

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