Girl Power: Meet the first African woman to command a Navy vessel

Mabela is the first African woman to assume this position, which is a thing of endless pride for both women and Africans all over the world.

Lieutenant Commander Zimasa Mabela became the first African woman to command a navy vessel

Lieutenant Commander, Zimasa Mabela, made history today, August 26, when she took command of a navy vessel. More pics after the cut....

Lieutenant Commander Zimasa Mabela with her family 

Mabela is the first African woman to assume this position, which is a thing of endless pride for both women and Africans all over the world.

The navy ship to be commandeered by Lieutenant Commander Zimasa Mabela 

Mabela will be at the helm of SAS Umhloti (South African Navy ship) after taking over from the officer in charge,Commander Brian Shor.

The outgoing Commanding officer, Commander Brian Shor

"She will be taking over from Commander Brian Shor, who is currently the officer in commanding, SAS Umhloti. We are looking up at more women taking over commanding vessels.”said Lieutenant Obed Medupe.

Swearing in ceremony of Lieutenant Commander Zimasa Mabela