Praisy Dlamini

General Manager and Winemaker at Adama Wines

Praisy Dlamini, General Manager and Winemaker at Adama Wines, is a pioneering force in South Africa’s wine industry. Nestled in the scenic Paarl Valley in Voorpaargeberg, Adama Wines is home to the HER Wine Collection, which has flourished under her visionary leadership. A graduate in winemaking and the first woman Protégé of the Cape Winemakers Guild, Dlamini’s journey from KwaZulu-Natal to the forefront of the wine world is a story of resilience and purpose.

In 2025, she was honored with the prestigious Growing Inclusivity Award at the Annual Wine Harvest Commemorative Event for her work in transforming the sector. She leads a dynamic team of young black women, guiding them not only in winemaking but also in leadership and enterprise. Adama Wines, which exports internationally, is a beacon of empowerment, dedicating 2% of sales profits to a bursary fund that supports aspiring professionals – just as Dlamini was once supported.

As a mother and wife, Praisy balances her personal and professional life with grace, proving that inclusive leadership can thrive at every level. With full control over both production and marketing, Dlamini has positioned Adama Wines through HER Wine Collection as a globally competitive brand rooted in authenticity, transformation and impact.