Celine Abrahams, the Content Lead at gsport4girls, has been named one of the Mail & Guardian 200 Young South Africans for her extraordinary efforts in increasing media coverage of female athletes during The Year of Women’s Sport.
Abrahams has received this prestigious honor for her remarkable contributions to closing the visibility gap and amplifying women’s sportsthrough her leadership of an all-women newsroom.
At gsport4girls, Abrahams heads a dynamic team that produces an impressive average of 120 stories per month, ensuring that women athletes receive the recognition they deserve. Her unwavering dedication to promoting women’s sports has played a pivotal role in driving the media’s attention towards the achievements and challenges faced by sportwomen.
Expressing her excitement after receiving this notable recognition on the esteemed #MG200Young platform, Abrahams stated, “I am incredibly honoured to be acknowledged for my work. This recognition fuels my passion to continue championing women’s sport coverage and raising the profile of South African athletes, especially with the upcoming Netball World Cup happening in our country.”
Joining Abrahams on the list are two other exceptional women who are making waves in the sports industry. Busisiwe Cindy Masango-Steenkamp, a popular Esports athlete, has been recognized for her instrumental role in challenging the status quo. Masango-Steenkamp, a pro-gaming team member of Goliath Gaming and founder of Bring the Ball (BTB), has been breaking barriers as one of the few women signed to a professional gaming team in South Africa.
Another outstanding individual honored on the #MG200Young list is Raedene Lucas, a multifaceted talent who has excelled in various areas of the sports industry. Lucas has demonstrated her prowess not only as an athlete but also as an academic, sport massage therapist, and sport for development practitioner. Through her work, she has effectively utilized sports as a powerful tool to drive positive societal change.
This recognition of Abrahams, Masango-Steenkamp, and Lucas as part of the #MG200Young list serves as a resounding acknowledgment of their efforts to shatter barriers and create a brighter future for the next generation. Their achievements symbolize a significant step forward in ensuring that women’s sports receive the prominence they deserve in South Africa and beyond.
Congratulations to these three young changemakers who continue to inspire and pave the way for a more inclusive and equitable sporting landscape.
Photo Caption: gsport Content Lead, Celine Abrahams, recognised as a Trailblazer on the Mail & Guardian 200 Young South Africans List. Photo: Supplied
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