Sa Women In Hospitality Pursue Leadership

Women in South Africa's hospitality industry demonstrate a remarkable commitment to career growth, even while facing significant obstacles. This was revealed in a survey by FEDHASA.

Conducted in August and September, the study provides valuable data on the roles, responsibilities, and experiences of women in this key sector.

'This inaugural survey gives us concrete data to work with for the first time,' says Rosemary Anderson , National Chairperson of FEDHASA. 'The findings challenge assumptions about career commitment in hospitality. Despite significant obstacles, women are investing in long-term careers and actively pursuing leadership roles.'

The data paints a complex picture of the female experience in hospitality. While 85 felt their workplaces offered equal opportunities, a concerning 29 experienced or witnessed gender discrimination.

Work-life balance cited by 63 as the biggest challenge and concerns about salary and funding were also significant hurdles.