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  • Up for the crown: Thembelihle Jele

    Up for the crown: Thembelihle Jele

     

    My name is Thembelihle Jele, born and raised in Mpumalanga. I am 16 years of age and currently doing matric. I would describe myself as an ambitious and courageous young person.I stand firm for what I believe in and never back down. I am always open to learning new things and having new experiences. As a model, I work hard to achieve my goals both in the modeling field and my academics. I really enjoy spending time with children and having conversations with them.

     

    What inspired me to join this pageant was seeing how far it took the previous titleholders. I believe that having a Miss Teen Universe SA 2023 crown opens so many doors for you and with that I will be able to open doors for other people. I believe that I possess qualities of a MTUSA queen and with that I will be able to use my reign as the opportunity to reach more people and change more lives.

     

    The challenges I faced in this pageant were getting the amount of support I need especially in terms of voting. I think part of the reason why is because I come from an area of great disadvantage so I had start looking for support from all angles of my province. Even though it might have took me twice as hard as the next person , I still overcame that challenge and am now getting support all round.

     

     I grew up in a small community where opportunities to do great and achieve good things in life are not as much. I have seen the struggles that young people face and in as much as we can’t do much for the old, i think we can do alot more for the young.One thing I would like to do if I win this title is to introduce modelling in schools. I think that this field needs to be broader and by that I mean involving each and every person who would like to be part of it .For a long time modelling has been underestimated and it’s time our leaders realise how important it is in the upbringing of young children as it teaches ambition , dignity and hard work which are the qualities that have been lacking in our older youth.Modelling being made available in all the schools in our country can help those girls and boys who dream of being in this industry but limit themselves because they of their pockets. Everyone deserves an opportunity to showcase they’re talent and passion and I think making these platforms available for learners at schools will indeed give them that.

     

    What I have learnt from this pageant is the importance of being able to adapt to different environments and people. Miss Teen Universe SA has pushed me to go beyond my limits and step out of my comfort zone and do great. As a finalist I have done a lot public speaking, even as far as hosting Miss Teen Mpumalanga 2022 and for that I am grateful because without this finalist sash I wouldn’t be able to push myself that far.

     

    MTUSA is all about girl empowerment in all aspect. It is very big on charity and giving back to the community as we are also required to do so as finalists. With that, they push the contestants into being better people by being more involved in their communities.This is a pageant that offers young girls to compete and go represent South Africa on stage. With 5 international titles, Miss Teen Universe SA is the biggest teen pageant in this country .The sisterhood there is amazing and our Directer , Ntombi Gumede is always will to assist if you’re stuck on something concerning the pageant. The finale is taking place on the 12th March 2023 at Sun International in Durban and I really can’t wait.

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  • Seanokeng Maesela to represent South Africa in two pageants

    Seanokeng Maesela to represent South Africa in two pageants

    At the age of 12 Seanokeng Maesela will be representing South Africa in two different pageants one in April and the other one in October. She is currently the Little Miss Africa and 1st princess for Mini Miss Universe.

    Starting modeling at the age of 5 in Burgersfort at BP modeling school she never thought 7 years later she will be one of the greatest young models to come from South Africa

    When we asked her what pushed you into modeling? She said “I always liked to be on stage and do my thing….stage is my place of showing of…of what I do best and the way  Queens are treated is what made like modeling more

    Besides modeling what else do you do she takes sewing classes because she wants to be a fashion designer one day and she is planning to host her own fashion show this year.

     South Africa is hosting this year’s Little Miss Africa South Africa and Sea has high chances of winning. If she wins Sea promises to carry on with her project of helping people with disabilities in SADC. She is a co-founder of Queens with purpose which we help people with disabilities. Even if she doesn’t win that is what she advocate for…

    To other upcoming models Sea said “be patient, have confidence in yourselves and know that hard work pays

  • Giselle Niemand, to model at the New York Fashion Week

    Giselle Niemand, to model at the New York Fashion Week

     

    Giselle is super excited to model at New York Fashion Week at the age of 13 years , it has been her dream since she started modelling a few years ago. She cannot wait to experience the iconic runways, designers and the fashion vibe in the Big Apple. She is so grateful for this opportunity to model for designer Mitch Desunia. Besides modeling Giselle is a musician an actor and a dancer.

     

     When we asked how she balances all these talents… music, school, modelling and dancing. She said “I really work hard to keep up with everything, but I have learnt that time keeping is so important and also having a schedule and sticking to the schedule, but it can be exhausting at times, but I enjoy all of it, so the hard work is worth it. I was so happy when I received my school results last year, because I missed a lot of school with the traveling and I managed to still remain an academic student. All I can say is, if you really want something, you will be able to achieve it if you are focused. My Mom always says, be ‘fast, effective and efficient”. She also makes me say affirmations to keep me motivated.”

     

    Giselle  will be releasing her original songs this year and the first song “Lovers Do” is coming out in February, Produced and Directed by Manny Mijares from Upscale Recordings and Productions in Los Angeles. She is excited to release her songs and cannot wait to start performing and go on tours in America. “I am too grateful to have Manny Mijares as my Manager, he is the best and I enjoy working with him.” She added

    She will also promised continue with her modelling and acting career, she was scouted by Richard representing Disney and Nickelodeon and have started acting classes with Actor Ricky Montez in Los Angeles to prepare her for castings. She has written her first book that is launching in March 2023 called “The Woods”, it is an adventure novel. She has also found love in writing and has started writing her second book that will come out later this year.

     

     

    You can follow her social media, subscribe and comment by searching Giselle Niemand. Her website is www.giselleniemand.co.za She appreciates all the support and she is looking forward to inspire other artists to pursue their dreams.

  • Get to know Miss Nigeria United Continent

    Get to know Miss Nigeria United Continent

     

    Tamunomiete Barimalaa

    Age: 25

    Niger

     

    How did you feel winning the miss Nigeria united continent world?

    I was really overwhelmed. It felt good to know my efforts were considered higher than my competitors. It made me more confident in myself.

     

    Now that you have won whats next

    So far I’ve been able to carry out out a couple of pet projects and by God’s grace there’ll be more to come. I’m not so sure if I’d like to continue on this path after my reign but I’ll want to still be involved in a way. I recently got involved in fashion and it would be nice to have prospective Queens as well as reigning Queens amongst my clientele.

     

    What’s your message to other contestants you competed with

    My message is that they should strive to be better versions of themselves as this will be an edge not just in a competition but in life in general.

     

    Who do you give thanks to?

    I give thanks ultimately to God. He surrounded me with very amazing and supportive family and friends.

     

     Where do you see yourself in the next few years?

    In few years to come I hope to have been grounded and making waves in the fashion industry.

     

  • Up for the Crown: Farai Ndlovu

    Up for the Crown: Farai Ndlovu

    Name is Farai Ndlovu, I am  19 years of Age, I attended most of my  primary days at Basa Knowledge is Virtue and attended  High school at Queens High School. I matriculated in 2021 and went to further my studies at the University of Pretoria where I am currently a 2nd year student studying towards becoming a Clinical psychologist, From Grade 10-12. I was a media monitor at my school. In Primary school i used to Ahletics, Soccer girls and chess and in High school i did athletics, tennis and chess. Last year, in my first year i was a chosen as Class Representative and Won Chef certificate at my Residence in Second place.

     

    My love and Passion towards wanting to become a Clinical psychologist is because naturally i am a person who loves helping people especially mentally because that is something i can relate to as well and this is why i am also a mental health advocate because people’s mental health is so important to me. Not everyone is able to get that kind of help or educated about it. I believe tackling mental health issues can have solve others social issues we experience in the world, it all starts within the mind.

     

    My hobbies are Dance and Modeling. I started modeling in primary school pageants and that is when my love for modeling developed. What inspired me to start modeling is that it is not just about the glitz and glam but it also focuses on helping the community at large and when i saw it has something i love doing which is giving back to the community i was inspired because not only do i love the giving part but i also love being on stage and being a role model to my peers

     

    The challenges I have faced as a semi-finalist included finances but because of the passion driven in me for modeling I learnt they are so many ways to fundraise and raise money for donations, selling and hosting an event that is how i tackled that challenge

     

     If I win in the Miss teen Universe pageant I want to carry on pushing my advocacies which are mental health and Women Empowerment. Teenage Suicide is another leading pandemic and I want to create a platform where people can express their emotions and create mental health awareness and with Women empowerment I want to show young women like me that it doesnt matter the background you come from, if you dream and believe it with all your heart it will be a success. I feel women capabilities are underestimated in society and i feel it is time we are given a chance to show amd step into our power

     

    From the Miss teen Universe Pageant i have learnt to be authentically myself, i also learnt that you dont have to have money in order to be able to give you could just give something you no more wear or just your time it could mean alot to someone. I learnt some good communication skills when i approached strangers asking for votes or looking for sponsors and good entrepreneurship skills in fundarising money for my journey.

     

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    Miss teen Universe South Africa is a girl child empowerment pageant which aims empowerment young girls to be the vest version of themselves, to inspire and be a role model to the youth.

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  • Model’s Profile: Emmaculate Muganhu

    Model’s Profile: Emmaculate Muganhu

    Emmaculate Muganhu

    Age: 20

    Freelancer

    Waist size 28

    Height 1.75

    Location Mbare national

    She started modeling last year at the age of 19 simply because it allowed her to express herself freely “it’s like a work activity that deals with artistic forms and designs and it also allows me to express myself freely she said.

    Besides modeling Emmaculate is into Acting and writing. “Well, in the next three years  I see myself as a valuable  and a more knowledgeable model contributing to the growth of the industry.” She confidently said when we asked her where she sees herself in the next few years.

    Her message to other models was “stay positive, work hard, and success will be knocking on your door. Have faith in yourself and God too.  Everything seems impossible until it is done, so never give up no matter what”

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  • Models speaks on boudoir photography

    Models speaks on boudoir photography

    A boudoir model is a seductive model and in a boudoir photo expect to be sexually arose. It is is a niche (small part) of portrait modeling and photography. Boudoir modeling consists of fashion, fine art, glamour, portraiture and erotic modeling/photography. So many things are said about this type of photography like its sexwork, done by immoral people so we caught up with two boudoir models and they had this to say

    Banokuthaba Ndlovu

    A model based in Bulawayo, Banokuthaba Ndlovu took a moment from her precious time to give us an insight on the boudoir photography. She said “It’s not sex work. It’s a different form of body art. But those who are of that opinion clearly had something or someone influencing them. Models in my line of work should do what they do in a distinguished manner. Your content should be tasteful and magazine or commercial worthy.it should never be mistake and for only fans. My content expresses professionalism”

    Besides modeling Banokuthaba is a college student and make us artist. To other models she said “Be brave, bold, professional and tasteful. Have a clear goal as to why you doing this and where you want it to take you”

    Banokuthaba Ndlovu always loved to swim. She fell in love with her dark skin and wanted other ladies to feel good in their own skin. She had interest in boudoir modeling itself after seeing other models in a skincare brand campaign

     

     

    Nicole Rumbi Matongo

    Nicole Rumbie Matongo aged 23 who stays in Greendale Harare juggles life in modeling, music and beauty had this to say

    “I haven’t really tried complete boudoir but semi boudoir and lingerie shoots… I get bad comments sometimes but that won’t stop me from reaching where I wanna reach as a model… I simply ignore the bad ones for in this industry nomatter how good you try to be there will always be negative comment. My message to other models is don’t be ashamed to be who you are, achieve your dreams and let’s change the fashion world”

  • All about Miss Golden Heart South Africa

    All about Miss Golden Heart South Africa

    The Miss Golden Heart South Africa is a platform created by Isipho Madondile for young girls aged 7-19 to influence and bring about positive change in their personal lives, young aspiring women, and communities all over South Africa since 2021.

     

    This platform originates in the Eastern Cape in East London and every year we crown new Queens from across South Africa and recently we crowned Entle Ndzakana (10), Alungile Sobetwa (14) and Linamandla Matiso (17) along the newly crowned Face of the brand, Zuza Dyantjies (13) and they all accepted their crowns in front of a roaring crowd of over 150 people, consisting of family members, friends, colleagues, and well-wishers.

     

    The Miss Golden Heart South Africa 2022 coronation was hosted by a radio host Silk Damoyi, and Azola Vanda who kept the crowd entertained with their amazing humor and cameras flashing trying to keep up with their enchanting outfits. The judging panel consisted of public figures such as Mr. Sonwabile Gingqishe who is an international multi-award-winning model, actor, and head of PR at Sonwabile PR Agency and Our Future Talent Management, and Hlonela Mrwetyana who is a TV host at Honey Africa TV and current Preteen Universe 2022, with Prudent Ludidi as a guest speaker as well as social butterfly known as Bubblesworld.

     

    Befitting of such an occasion, it was of significance that they invite an inspirational act like Hlonela Mrwetyana to grace the stage and deliver a performance of her latest offering “Shiki Shiki”

     

    All the 3 queens walked away with cash prizes, a boat cruise trip, photoshoot, Hotel sleepover, restaurant outings, a fully paid trip to Durban for two nights, and swimming costumes sponsored by Bathing Babe.

     

    The Directors of Miss Golden Heart South Africa, Miss Isipho Madondile and the Managing Director, Siyamamkela Wanga kept the emphasis on how symbolic the title is to beauty queens and how it gives recognition to those who have made a difference in people’s lives through charitable works around their local communities as charity work.

     

    The event was brought to a close, with a heartfelt speech by Siyamamkela Wanga “The event was a huge success, and  I am very overwhelmed by the improvement of the event in comparison to last year’s. The event went beyond our expectations and we hope to attract more sponsorships and partnerships as we plan on growing bigger and having a full pact in the entire country from 2023..”

  • Miss Teen Glam South Africa Crowned

    Miss Teen Glam South Africa Crowned

    On the 10th of December on roads led to Blairgowrie recreational center, Ranburg South Africa where there was a search for a New Queen. Nine young teens had to battle for this crown and only one could become the Queen and 2 will become 1st and 2nd Princesses.


    The crowning event was elegantly decorated and looked absolutely amazing and matched the theme and mood for the pageant. There was a red carpet and the audience had decorated seats

    In an event that ended late night, the 14 year old Chamaine emerged the Queen and Constance Mandisa became the first Princess whilst France Manakana became the second Princess.


    “Winning the pageant made me feel confident and now I have more than knowledge to inspire as that’s my aspiration” said the New Queen Chamaine Raedani.

    To other contestants Charmaine said “you are a queen and you should be proud of how far you went with the pageant. You should continue leading as a queen and when you fall, you stand, dust yourself and try again, now you know what to do ,what not to do and in what way”.


    In the near future Charmaine sees herself winning Miss Teen Universe representing South Africa well . She also sees herself as the founder of a Junior’s Pageant as she believes that if we are taught self love from a young age we will grow knowing who we are ,what our capabilities are and achieve great accomplishments.


    Charmaine also aspires to inspire many young girls to become the best versions of themselves and she believes in women empowerment, equality and that beauty has no definition but you define your own beauty

  • ‘I DID NOT DIE,I AM STILL ALIVE -Calvin Nare

    ‘I DID NOT DIE,I AM STILL ALIVE -Calvin Nare

    ‘I DID NOT DIE,I AM STILL ALIVE

    Zimbabwe’s modelling industry on the 12th of January woke up in a sad news which was hoax.
    Social media went buzzer,after a post was uploaded on social media (Facebook),that one of Zimbabwe, Mister Zimbabwe’s 2019 finalist,Calvin Gilan Nare has passed away.
    Family and friends tried to reach out to Calvin and his close family members.
    But no one was reachable by that time to verify if the news was true or false.
    After some hours,the 21 year old who was supposed to be dead.
    Responded to the public,that he wasn’t dead and the news ,that was posted on social media was fake.
    He further added,that a third party whose account name is Mira Jay tagged,his (Nare’s) Facebook account on the post that was highlighted about his death .
    That is how his friends received the message.
    The 21 year old cleared the confusion by posting a statement on the same social media platform minutes after,he realised the incident had spread like wild fire.
    That his Facebook account was hacked by an unknown person .
    “I dismiss the fake news that’s circulating about my death.I’m very much alive fit and strong. This morning someone hacked my Facebook account and started to send some messages to my Facebook friends,saying that I was hit by a truck and died on the spot,”narrated Nare.
    He also added that,the fake news shocked his family and friends as this was highlighted by the messages that he received from his phone which had reached to over 10 000.
    During the time of the interview when he was questioned by model guide,if he knew who had hacked his account.
    The 21 year old,stated out that he had no idea who would have been the culprit.
    “Why would someone hate me so much,to such an extent of sending fake news about my death,”questioned Nare.

    By Rubaya Tapiwa