Can you tell us a brief about yourself and how you got started in the modeling industry
I’m a multi-talented performer from Vosloorus, Ekurhuleni. I’m passionate about storytelling through Acting , Threatre and Podcasting. Trained at the Market Theatre Laboratory, I have performed in notable productions like “Stardust” & “Tomorrow the Musical”. I’ve also appeared on TV shows like “The Legacy”, “uBettina wethu” & “How to ruin Christmas” and have done several TV commercials, I also host the W.O.C.E Rea Sea Podcast, where I angage in meaningful conversations and support community initiatives such as being an Ambassador at The Gap College for children with mental impairment. I’m a former General Manager and Operations Manager in established organizations in South Africa.I did a Ms Boksburg pageant when I was 9 years old and because of height and other restrictions I couldn’t continue, I am grateful that Mrs South Africa is more than a pageant, it gives an opportunity to women like myself that have had a suppressed dream and have become self conscious of their body because of motherhood.
What motivated you to participate in the Mrs. South Africa pageant?
Being a freelancer can be lonely and demotivating at times, with all the No’s along the way. I needed a platform that can assist me to regain hope and confidence, and when I looked at Mrs SA’s women empowerment programme I knew I had to do register.
Can you share with us your favorite South African dish or traditional food?
Nothing beats Braai’d meat, pap & chakalaka
If you could have dinner with any inspirational woman, past or present, who would it be and why?
Past: Winnie Madikizela Mandela, She conquered so much and remained authentic, “How to be confident, resilient and beautiful through challenges of life”
Present: Connie Ferguson we would talk about “how to build a production company and a reputable brand image”
What do you think are the most significant challenges facing women in South Africa today?
Remuneration for equal skill in a work place in comparison to man
Instigated prejudice against multi racial woman salary equivalency(e g black vs white woman salary)
Balancing women snd girl child empowerment without offending a boy child.
GBVF still remains number 1
How do you plan to use the platform provided by the Mrs. South Africa pageant to make a positive impact?
I advocate for children that are mentally impaired, and I am an ambassador for school called the Gap College. I would like to ensure that such children are looked after beyond their learning centres to how they are also are treated in our communities. To get overall support for women that are raising such children.
What message would you like to convey to young girls and women about their rights and potential
Be knowledgeable about the spaces you are in or opportunities given to you, find ways to affect policies that minimize woman, be a sister you need at a workplace or in your community.