“We Are So Proud of You”: Female Sixty60 Driver Inspires SA With Hard Work and Resilience

• Female Checkers Sixty60 driver Thabsile Phungula shared photos of herself in uniform on duty on 19 October 2026
• She reflected on the physical dangers of her work, attributing her protection to her mother's prayers and her spiritual faith
• Social media users praised her courage and resilience, describing her effort as an inspiring example of hard work

A young woman from KwaZulu-Natal working as a Checkers Sixty60 delivery driver has earned widespread praise on social media after sharing a candid look into her work routine. On 19 October 2026, Facebook user Thabsile Phungula posted photos of herself in her full Checkers Sixty60 gear alongside her delivery motorbike and delivery box.

Faith and perseverance on the road

In her post, Phungula described her experiences on the road, admitting that the job comes with frequent falls and physical challenges. She expressed gratitude for surviving these incidents without serious injury, attributing her ongoing protection to her mother's prayers and her faith in Shembe. Her post highlighted the grit required to navigate local streets as a female delivery rider in a demanding industry.

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See the Facebook post below:

Mzansi praises her courage

The post quickly drew positive reactions from social media users, who commended her courage and determination. Commenters commended her willingness to push forward despite the daily risks, celebrating her as an empowering figure for young women seeking to make an honest living.

Khosi Thwala said:

"Women empowerment👏."

Thembalami Hadebe advised:

"Take it easy, darling, on the road. Never run unnecessarily; your life is more important than the client's food."

Pearl Mkhize commented:

"We're so proud of you nange isbindi sakho ntombazane (and commend your bravery) 🥰❤️ uzojwayela sisi (you'll get used to it, sisi)."

Lucky Chaman added:

"Sikuwisa kanjani (how does it make you all) 😂?"

Kwando Melokuhle Shabalala shared:

"Congratulations, mtase (my sister) 🙏🏼."

Mazibuko Mwelase wrote:

"Ngizoku joina (I'll join you) soon."

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• A Takealot delivery driver in Johannesburg went viral after being filmed dancing and waving at passing drivers while riding his moving motorbike on his delivery route.
• A kind shopper went viral after handing a drenched Checkers Sixty60 delivery driver a hot chocolate and biscuits to offer relief during a cold, rainy shift.
• Briefly News reported that a Checkers Sixty60 delivery driver demolished his mother's crumbling mud house and replaced it with a newly built brick home, inspiring many viewers.

Source: Briefly News