In the near future I see myself As an International model who has managed to uplift young and upcoming models in the world we live in today
If I could change one thing about the Zimbabwe modeling industry It would be for it to be published and to grow especially in Zimbabwe and make people to have interest in it and for parents to be supportive
How do you deal with the pressures of modeling
On pressures before a pageant l make sure that l start buying my outfits before the day has approached, because if the day is drawing near l might not get the money to do all this and also l practice a lot even before l have a pageant because l need to also stay ready for the competition and improve my skills
As on ladies issue the pressure is very very high but l manage to control it by practising self control and considering them as my sister’s
And on pressures of people : l don’t give them a chance to control my life and to make decisions for me cause people always talk and they do talk on their side not considering my side so the best thing that l saw was to ignore what they say if it is a bad influence and take only the good part and continue with my career
She is a very humble unique person with a heart of gold, she is a chef, farmer and a model who does charity work in the community. She really enjoys the profession, she posed for pictures before and enjoyed everything that belong to the job preparation, make up, discussions. She believes in bringing a unique personality to the picture.
In the fast-paced world we live in it is important to stand out with your own campaigns and l believe l can make it. Colleta considers herself independent, photogenic and disciplined
“I know modeling is a hard work but which job isn’t hard work? It is a job l will enjoy, a job l can be good at, deep down l know l have a talent and l should give this career a try regardless what others say”
Colleta started having passion with modeling at a tender age but l started taking it seriously when she was 19. She isn’t into pageant, she’s much into fashion Ad’s
She has worked with few clothing brands in SA and in Zimbabwe
Thrift Vintage Johannesburg
Faith, DMH international
Flames to name the few
And PEP
Colleta advocates always strives to be a good listener, be supportive, and be a good representative, making a difference on an individual and/or community level
In the next few years she sees herself making a different in other people’s lives
My name is Baylow Masendu, I am Gentlemen aged 21years based in Harare South, Zimbabwe.
What inspired you to join the pageant?
I was inspired by the reigning King Taku Hove who made a positive change in the society by encouraging young boys to fight and showcase their passion and talents. The fact that he went to Spain and represented ZIM n became the second runner up really inspired me and motivated me.
Challenges you have faced as a semifinalist
Resources and Support are the main challenges l have faced and l am still facing as a semifinalist.
What would you do if you win the pageant?
To inspire other people to become the best version of themselves
What you have learnt from the pageant so far
l have learned how to be an advocate, how to be a leader in my community and chime for change and also how to be confident.
Aaron Kahari is a male model aged 23 years, he is from topmodel zim academy and he resides in Chitungwisa, Harare Province
What inspired you to join this pageant?
I got inspired by a lot of things. First l see my future developing in MMGZ.
I realized many models are looking for inspiration and since l inspire some of the models l just need to hold this title so that l will have a strong backup. It has been always my dream to hold such title and l guess the time has come.
Challenges you have faced as a semifinalist
I have faced financial challenge
What would you do if you win this pageant?
I stand ready to serve the community
and be the best in all that I do.l would use it to inspire many models out there, if l can do it they can too and also to be a role model to young generation and the platform l would use it to startup an initiative to what l am passionate about and protecting boy child
What have you learnt from this pageant so far?
So far in this pageant l have learnt to be humble, be punctual and always do what you are being told to do throughout as the title itself comes with responsibilities
It- was all glitz and glamour at the Sandton hotel in South Africa on the 12 and 13 of December as 30 beautiful young models battled for the prestigious crowns;
Miss Tiny Mini Universe South Africa:
Miss Mini Universe South Africa:
Miss Little Mini Universe South Africa:
Miss Junior Mini Universe South Africa:
The 12th was about welcoming, registration and interviews. And the 13th was the grand finale.
When we asked what needed to be improved mother of the Miss Junior Universe South Africa Queen said “the pageant was absolutely amazing, fantastic the girls bonded and girled as if they knew each other. There’s absolutely nothing to improve, they must just add more day for the event, I felt like the 2days wasn’t enough.”
The Queen INAM herself could not hide her joy as she will be representing South Africa at Miss Junior Universe next year in Columbia for the World Titles
Below is a simple Question and Answer we did with INAM
How was did you feel winning the pageant
I felt excited and nervous but mostly I was over the moon.
Now that you have won what’s next
I’ll be doing fundraising and more community work. Fundraising for my international trip.
Do you know what you would want to studying college one day?
I want to do media studies or Tourism
Would you change your name if you could?
I wouldn’t change my name; it was given to me with pride and joy by my parents
What was the happiest moment of your life so far?
The crowning, I literally cannot get over it, knowing that I’ll be going to Colombia next year.
About Miss Junior Universe
In association with the Mini Universo Organization hosted by Marcos Models and Talent, Miss Mini Universe South Africa promotes grace, personal development, culture, and friendship amongst all contestants. As the national pageant of the Mini Universo Organization, MUSA chooses four winners annually within their respective categories to represent South Africa at the Mini Universe pageant hosted in Cartagena de Indias, Colombia.
Categories are as follows:
Miss Tiny Mini Universe South Africa: 3-7 years
Miss Mini Universe South Africa: 7-10 years
Miss Little Mini Universe South Africa: 10-13 years
Miss Junior Mini Universe South Africa: 13-16 years
Founded by Marcos Utrera, Mini Universo is a ‘magical children’s contest, where beauty and the bonds of family are valued, where a magical adventure awaits, and a healthy competition is lived’. ‘Our mission is to mainly eliminate the stigmas towards children’s competitions, demonstrate the professionalism of the staff of our organisation, how we protect our children and adolescents, and the institution of the family as the basis of society. We respect the children and young contestants and aim to maintain that childish image that we do not pretend girls disguised as women.’
Link to Mini Universe website – https://miniuniverso.org/
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
Who is Constance I am the beautiful beam of light, Mbonani Constance, a 17 years old young Queen from Mpumalanga, KwaMhlanga. I am kind, brave, BOLD and GLAMOROUS. Confidence is my middle name. I carry the queen ship qualities, personality, confidence and beauty. Not just beauty by a pretty face, but beauty by a pretty heart, a pretty soul and a pretty mind. A LEARDER IS PART OF WHO I AM.
What inspired me to Join the pageant? Growing up in a community full of young girls from disadvantaged backgrounds who lack confidence of how powerful they are and how capable they can achieve great accomplishments inspired me to enter this pageant because I believe that it will give me a platform to be a catalyst of change and a voice of hope to these young girls and inspire them that they can be the sparkle they dream to be.
Hobbies My hobbies include reading, it empowers me to empathize with other people and it keeps me motivated. My other hobbies are, Journaling, finding ways of self improvement, researching on the current issue besetting people and finding ways to bring about change on these issues.
What will I do if I win Miss Teen Glam SA I will use this platform to inspire many girls out there to believe in their capabilities of achieving their goals and to motivate young women to create their own financial freedom through entrepreneurship and other fields they want to foray in. I believe that lack of finance is one of the greatest issues besetting our people today and I want to use this platform to be a catalyst of change and an inspiration to these women to be their own boss but above all I will carry this title with utmost dignity, pride, honour and joy in everything that I do as it is not only a pageant title but a great responsibility.
How my journey has been like It has been a great opportunity I’m forever grateful for. Miss Teen Glam is one of the pageants that have helped shape the view of myself, to be a resourceful and an ambitious being I’ve always been. Not only has it knocked doors of empowerment but also boosted up my confidence, networking, perseverance and resilience
My motto There is something that is not out there and I need to put it out there
Name: Mbuyelo Maluleke Age:15 years Location: Limpopo, Giyani
I am currently on Miss Glam SA pageant, where I’m a teen finalist. It has been a long journey and I was able to be on the top 30 finalists, which has been encouraging and motivating me a lot.
Miss Glam SA organization is a pageant that focuses on life skills and business empowerment program and their aim is to encourage ladies to know and understand the fundamentals of business. It has two platform, which is teens and seniors.
The Miss Glam SA crowning event will be held in Blairgowrie, Randburg in Johannesburg on the 10th December from 12pm till late and the tickets cost is from R200-online, R250-general and R570-VIP.
As a finalist I always stand for what I believe in and aim for greater things. I would like to tell people to believe in themselves, believe that they can conquer anything regardless their situation and the best thing in the world is knowing that you tried your best, nothing else matters.
The Miss Glam South Africa is all about empowering girls/women, to encourage them in knowing/understanding of the basics of business or rather the fundamental elements of business
Ofentse has learnt about character building, being confident in everything that she do because for the longest time she has struggled with being confident due to being bullied for her weight (being skinny), it has taught her patience through the given tasks. Lastly it has taught her to get out of her comfort zone if she wants something. Another lesson that she learnt is that you need to be okay with being uncomfortable for growth since she’s a person who is antisocial, has social anxiety, she sees progress ever since she has entered this pageant because these tasks require her to go out there and socialise
The final event is on the 10th of December When asked “Who do you see as the strongest competition and why” she said “To be quite honest I don’t see anyone. Because I believe my strongest competition is myself and how I choose to walk out of this pageant. And also because I believe looking too much into it leads to comparison which leads low self-esteem and you just end up frustrated with yourself for not feeling or rather looking good enough”
Besides modeling what Ofentse likes playing sports and she’s currently still finding ways to go about starting her own business.
The fact that she wanted to overcome this fear (social anxiety) and also the fact that through it she can become a better person as she finds it encouraging. To show those that are just like her that they can still get up and do it
Message to other models A message to the other models since being a woman in this society is never an easy thing well it’d be that they are more than just a pretty face, smile and body. But they are a carrier of life. So they should be encouraged by positivity , by their strength and intelligence and their minds as it holds aspirations and the desire of chasing their dreams and goals to making them a reality
Community Projects Well since we’ve been given a task (community project ) I am planning on doing at least 2 of those if possible First one is to go to an orphanage ,cook (give them food), give out clothes and run some entertainment and the other one is to visit maybe SPCA or just an animal vet
