What began as informal gatherings in the founder's living room has grown into a movement—a sisterhood—anchored in love, service, and the belief that when you empower a woman, you empower a nation. WODZA was established with the vision of creating a united sisterhood of empowered women who collectively uplift communities, change lives, and build a better South Africa.

In 2011, WODZA honored the highly esteemed Rev. Motlalepula. Mama Motlalepula Chabaku was a senior member of the community and a well-known activist, mother of the nation, and humanitarian. She was one of the members who served under the leadership of Lillian Ngoyi who led a 20,000-strong 1956 Women's March to the Union buildings in Pretoria, to protest the apartheid era pass laws.

In 2012 WODZA honored Mme Ria Ledwaba. She was one of the few women who owned a soccer club called Ria Stars, which was formed in 1989. The reason for honoring her was to show a black girl child that women are capable of doing anything that men are doing. They're not confined to the kitchen. SHE ALSO RAN FOR the SAFA PRESIDENCY WITH DANNY JORDAAN IN 2022.

In 2013, WODZA honored the late South African Jazz legend Mme Thandi Klaasen (1931 - 2017). Klaasen was awarded the Order of Ikhamanga in Gold (2006) for "excellent achievement in and contribution to the art of Music". In August 2013, as part of the Women's Month celebrations, Klaasen and four other icons of South African jazz - Abigail Kubeka, Dorothy Masuka, Sathima Bea Benjamin, and Sylvia Mdunyelwa were honoured by Standard Bank with lifetime achievement awards. Other awards she has received include the Woman of Distinction Award, received in Canada (1999), and a lifetime achievement award at the 2006 South African Music Awards.

In 2015, WODZA honored 12 cancer survivors, including Joyce Machuisa, Mme Lillian Dube, Makgomo Violet, Liza Motlhasedi, Phungi Baloyi, Winnie Holele, and others. Their courage and resilience in the face of cancer has been a source of hope and inspiration to many women facing similar challenges. The event highlighted the importance of early detection, treatment, and support systems in fighting cancer.

In 2016, WODZA honored Professor Mamokgethi Phakeng, who holds a doctorate degree in Mathematics Education and is passionate about educating the girl child. Her academic excellence and dedication to education have made her a role model for many young women. Professor Phakeng has broken barriers in the field of mathematics and academia, inspiring a new generation of young women to pursue careers in STEM fields.

In 2019, we honored 10 community builders in Venda, Limpopo. These remarkable individuals have dedicated their lives to uplifting their communities through various initiatives, embodying the spirit of ubuntu that WODZA stands for. The honorees have implemented projects ranging from education and skills development to healthcare and environmental conservation, making a significant difference in the lives of people in their communities. WODZA celebrated its 10th anniversary, marking a decade of empowering women and making a positive impact in communities across South Africa. The celebration was a testament to the organization's growth and the countless lives it has touched. The event brought together founding members, honorees from previous years, and supporters who have been part of WODZA's journey since its inception.