Women's Month: Lillian Dube on her battle with cancer: "I'm back with a bang"
For the month of August, we are celebrating the phenomenal women in our country. From artists, businesswomen, and everyday changemakers.
Lillian Dube is a legendary South Africa actress who has starred in a variety of movies including 'Cry, the Beloved Country', 'Oh Shucks, I'm gatvol', 'There's a Zulu On My Stoep' and her most recent movie, 'Mia and the White Lion.
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In 2007, Dube was diagnosed with breast cancer. In 2015/6, cancer returned, but the South African icon has not let her battle with cancer get her spirits down. In January Dube joined the Scenic Drive to share more about love, her journey with cancer while working in the entertainment industry.
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"Cancer took its toll on me, but I am back with a bang with Soul City. I am so happy to be back. I still want to do a lot of things - I still want to do more comedy and laughter is medicine," she told the team.
When asked how she is dealing with cancer she said, "I'm not sure if I'm okay but I take it day for day."
Celebrate the women in your life
We would also like to celebrate the women in your life. This woman could be your daughter, your sister, your mother, your mother-in-law, your aunt, a female colleague or a friend who has touched your life or that of your community in a special way.
Send us an email to [email protected], telling us about the women that are doing amazing things in and around your communities.