Johanna Visser

 

In 1997, Johanna Visser moved to Olyfberg, then known as Aasvoëlkop. Married to Piet Visser, a farm manager at Olyfberg, she has two daughters, Janine and Nicole, who also live and work on the farm, along with her two grandchildren, both born there.

Reflecting on the transformation of Olyfberg, Johanna is filled with pride, knowing she contributed to its growth. When she arrived, there were no olive trees; she was part of the team that initiated their planting. Every morning, the workers gather for a prayer, a ritual Johanna finds deeply meaningful and motivating.

A firm believer in teamwork, she operates the sorting machine during harvest and works outdoors at other times. Johanna was the first to produce the popular Tapenade, and she values her job highly, considering it a great privilege to live and work at Olyfberg. She and her family are very happy there.

Sy het in 1997 op Olyfberg kom woon, toe dit nog as Aasvoëlkop bekend gestaan het. Johanna is getroud met Piet Visser, een van die plaasbestuurders op Olyfberg. Hulle het twee dogters en twee kleinkinders. Haar dogters, Janine en Nicole Visser, woon en werk ook op Olyfberg. Haar twee kleinkinders is albei op Olyfberg gebore.

Wanneer sy terugdink aan hoe die plaas destyds gelyk het in vergelyking met vandag, raak sy opgewonde, want sy besef dat sy ook ‘n deel gehad het in die harde werk om Olyfberg te laat groei. Toe sy op Olyfberg aankom, was daar nog geen olyfbome nie en sy was deel van die span wat die olyfbome begin plant het.

Elke oggend het die werkers ‘n godsdienstige tydjie gehad voordat hulle begin werk het. Johanna sê dit beteken so baie vir hulle en dra hulle deur die dag. Sy glo in spanwerk.

Tydens oestyd werk sy by die sorteermasjien, en ander tye werk sy buite. Sy was die eerste werker wat die gewilde tapenade begin maak het. Sy glo dat as ‘n mens ‘n werk het, moet jy dit waardeer.

Dit is vir haar ‘n groot voorreg om op Olyfberg te woon en te werk. Sy en haar familie is baie gelukkig daar.

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Empowering Women, Empowering the World
At Olyfberg, we believe that empowering women is not just about equality—it’s about unlocking the full potential of our communities, workplaces, and the world. Women’s empowerment means giving every woman the freedom, confidence, and opportunity to make her own choices, pursue her passions, and shape her own future. It’s about education, representation, and inclusion. It’s about breaking barriers, challenging stereotypes, and creating spaces where every voice is heard and valued. When women rise, societies thrive. Empowered women lead with empathy, innovation, and resilience—driving progress across every field. Together, we can build a future where every woman has the tools, support, and encouragement to achieve her dreams and inspire others to do the same. Join us in celebrating the strength, intelligence, and power of women everywhere. Because when we lift women up, we lift the world.
Empowering Women, Empowering the World