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Mary Bomela
Bold For cHange:
hoW mary bomela
shattered the
glass ceiliNg
MIC head prevails in maledominated field, pushes
transformation ticket
and breaks the myth
about women being
second-class citizens.
Writer: Musa Ndlangamandla
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onfident and assertive she stands
upright, hands on her hips, her head held
high, ponytail swinging and feet apart
to take a bold stance. This is the iconic statue
of the ‘Fearless Girl’ on Wall Street in New York
City, facing the charging bull which represents
the world’s financial powerhouses. The young
girl’s statue became a powerful symbol and
call on companies to embrace gender equity
and inclusiveness by having more women
in their boards, leadership and in decisionmaking positions.
The narrative around the statue, though it took
place across the Atlantic Ocean, resonates with
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the story of Mary Bomela the CEO of Mineworkers
Investment Company (MIC). Bold and determined
Bomela is one of the shining examples of women
leaders who have broken the proverbial ceiling,
shattered barriers and excelled in primarily maledominated sectors.
When Transform SA caught up with her in
her offices, the parallels could easily be drawn
regarding Bomela’s illustrious career journey with
what the message carried by young girl’s statue
designed by artist Kristen Visbal. True to form, the
young girl’s statue elicited a powerful response.
Bomela is a fearless, powerful woman who has
