Rotary District 9400

09/08/2026

👏 Congratulations, Assistant Governor Glen Ross! 👏

Rotary District 9400 is delighted to congratulate Glen Ross on his appointment as Assistant Governor for the Rotary Clubs of Kyalami, Rosebank and Morningside.

Glen brings a wealth of experience, thoughtful leadership and a genuine commitment to supporting clubs and strengthening Rotary across Johannesburg. As Assistant Governor, he will play an important role in mentoring club leaders, encouraging collaboration and helping clubs thrive as they continue to serve their communities.

We look forward to working alongside Glen as we Lead with Peace and Create Lasting Impact, empowering our clubs to grow stronger, build meaningful partnerships and expand their humanitarian impact.

Congratulations, Glen! We wish you every success in this exciting new role and thank you for your willingness to serve Rotary District 9400.

💙💛 Together, we Lead with Peace. Create Lasting Impact.

08/08/2026

👏 Congratulations, Assistant Governor Anton Froneman! 💙💛

Rotary District 9400 is delighted to congratulate Anton Froneman on his appointment as Assistant Governor for the Rotary Clubs of Benoni Van Ryn, Benoni Aurora, Nigel, and the East Rand E-Club.

As Assistant Governor, Anton will play a key role in supporting club presidents, strengthening club leadership, encouraging collaboration, and helping our clubs achieve their goals while expanding Rotary's impact across the East Rand.

Anton is known for his approachable leadership, positive energy, and commitment to Service Above Self. We are confident that his guidance and support will empower these clubs to continue growing, serving their communities, and creating meaningful, lasting change.

Congratulations, Anton! Thank you for stepping forward to serve District 9400 in this important leadership role. We wish you every success as you work alongside our clubs to inspire members, strengthen fellowship, and make a lasting difference.

Together, let's Lead with Peace. Create Lasting Impact. 🕊️

08/08/2026

🚀 Big ideas. Bold entrepreneurs. Brighter communities.

Rotary District 9400 is proud to support the innovative work of Rotary BizEast, one of our newest clubs, as they prepare to host the Ultimate Pitch Festival on 10 October 2026 at Grasslands Driving Range, Benoni. (The Citizen)

This exciting event is designed to bring together entrepreneurs, SMEs, startups, young innovators and the wider community for a day of:
✨ Business networking
✨ An Open Market Business Expo
✨ The Smart Shark Pitch Competition with prizes valued at R40 000 for entrepreneurs aged 13–23
✨ A fun-filled Sharklet Entrepreneurs Day for young business minds aged 7–12. (The Citizen)

This is Rotary in action—creating opportunities, fostering innovation, strengthening local economies and empowering the next generation of business leaders.

Whether you’re an established business owner, an aspiring entrepreneur or a young person with a great idea, this is your opportunity to connect, learn and grow.

📅 Date: 10 October 2026
📍 Venue: Grasslands Driving Range, Benoni

Find out more and register at: www.ultimatepitchfestival.co.za

Together, we’re building stronger communities through entrepreneurship, collaboration and service.



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Rotary BizEast's inaugural Ultimate Pitch Festival will bring together SMEs, startups and aspiring entrepreneurs for a day of networking, business opportunities, pitching competitions and family-friendly activities.

07/08/2026

👏 Congratulations, Assistant Governor Rhonda James! 💙💛

Rotary District 9400 is proud to congratulate Rhonda James on her appointment as Assistant Governor for the Rotary Clubs of Pretoria East and Pretoria Sunrise.

Assistant Governors are at the heart of a successful district, providing guidance, encouragement and support to club leaders while helping clubs grow stronger, serve more effectively and create lasting impact in their communities.

Rhonda brings passion, energy and a collaborative leadership style to this important role. Her dedication to Rotary and her commitment to empowering others make her an outstanding choice to support these two dynamic clubs throughout the Rotary year.

We are excited to see the positive influence Rhonda will have as she works alongside club presidents and members, fostering innovation, strengthening fellowship and inspiring service across Pretoria.

Congratulations, Rhonda! Thank you for your willingness to serve. We wish you every success as you help our clubs Lead with Peace and Create Lasting Impact. 🕊️

06/08/2026

🎉 Congratulations, Hartbeespoort! 🎉

We proudly congratulate Hartbeespoort on being crowned Kwêla’s Dorp van die Jaar 2026 and winning R1 million in cash, together with an R1 million media package! 🏆

This wonderful achievement reflects the remarkable community spirit, pride and dedication of everyone who calls Harties home.

A special congratulations to the Rotary Club of Hartbeespoort, whose commitment to service and community upliftment contributes to making this town such an exceptional place.

Well done, Harties — your Rotary District celebrates with you! 💙💛

06/08/2026

Happy Birthday Past District Governor George Senosha, George was our District Governor 2024/25 and is a member of the Rotary Club of Waterkloof.

Wishing you a wonderful birthday and thank you for all you do for Rotary.

05/08/2026

👏 Congratulations, Assistant Governor Amy McBride! 🇧🇼💙💛

Rotary District 9400 is delighted to congratulate Amy McBride on her appointment as Assistant Governor for the Rotary Clubs of Okavango and Francistown in Botswana.

Assistant Governors are instrumental in strengthening our clubs by mentoring presidents, fostering collaboration, sharing best practices, and supporting clubs as they create meaningful and sustainable impact in their communities.

Amy's dedication to Rotary, thoughtful leadership, and passion for service make her an exceptional choice for this important role. We are confident that her guidance will empower clubs to grow stronger, deepen fellowship, and continue making a lasting difference across Botswana.

Congratulations, Amy! Thank you for your willingness to serve and lead. We wish you every success as you support your clubs throughout the Rotary year.

Together, let's Lead with Peace. Create Lasting Impact. 🕊️

05/08/2026

🌷Happy birthday Azera Cunningham🌷

Azera is our conference chair and belongs to the Rotary E-Club of Southern Africa D9400 where she also serves as their seccretary.

04/08/2026

🌟 Celebrating Our Membership Champions! 🌟

August is Membership & New Club Development Month, and today we proudly recognise four outstanding Rotarians whose passion for Rotary has changed lives by introducing 25 or more new members to our Rotary family.

🏆 Membership Champions
🥇 Annemarie Mostert – 81 members sponsored
🥈 Brian Humphries – 29 members sponsored
🥉 Grace Van Zyl – 28 members sponsored
⭐ Marjorie N. Balarin – 27 members sponsored

Every new member represents another person committed to service, another leader making a difference, and another opportunity to create lasting impact in our communities.

To our Membership Champions—thank you for believing in Rotary, for inviting others to serve, and for strengthening our District through your leadership and commitment. Your dedication is helping ensure that Rotary continues to grow and thrive across Southern Africa.

As we celebrate Membership & New Club Development Month, let's all take up the challenge:

💙 Invite a colleague.
💛 Bring a friend to a meeting.
❤️ Mentor a prospective member.
🌍 Together, we can grow Rotary and increase our impact in every community we serve.

One invitation can change a life. One new member can change a community.

HOW MANY LIVES WILL YOU INSPIRE?

04/08/2026

👏 Congratulations, Assistant Governor Doulien Knopjes! 💙💛

Rotary District 9400 is delighted to congratulate Doulien Knopjes on her appointment as Assistant Governor for the Rotary Clubs of Centurion, Pretoria Capital, and Pretoria Hatfield.

Assistant Governors are key to building strong, vibrant clubs by supporting club leaders, encouraging collaboration, and helping clubs achieve their goals while creating meaningful impact in their communities.

Doulien brings enthusiasm, experience and a genuine passion for Rotary. Her commitment to service and leadership will undoubtedly inspire the clubs she serves and strengthen Rotary's presence across the Pretoria region.

We are excited to have Doulien as part of our District Leadership Team and look forward to seeing the positive difference she will make as she supports presidents and members throughout the year.

Congratulations, Doulien! We wish you every success as you help our clubs Lead with Peace and Create Lasting Impact. 🕊️