The Western Cape Mobility Department hosted a special tribute on 5 August to honour the women sustaining the provinces freight industry, both those behind the wheel and those holding families together while partners endure weeks on the road , Cape town Etc reports.
Coinciding with Women's Month, the event spotlighted how female truck drivers and drivers' spouses form the invisible backbone of supply chains that deliver food, fuel, medicine and goods nationwide.
You carry the weight of sacrifice and service , said Mobility Minister Isaac Sileku. Today, we honor your role in keeping the Western Cape moving .
The freight sector moves everything from food to medicine, yet its workers frequently miss family milestones while keeping goods flowing. Yesterdays event highlighted how women play dual roles, both as professional drivers and as the emotional anchors maintaining homes during extended absences.
Being the wife of a truck driver is a journey in itself , said Sanshia Witbooi, one of the attendees. Weve learned to appreciate the long hours and challenges our partners face on the road .