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EDITORS NOTE MR SAGE KENNY STOANZ AFRO KAII OLLIE LOVE PHARMACIST MUZIWANDILE VICTORIA MNINGI ZUMA REFILOE SEBOTSA ANDE MBINGO COMPETITION TALL BABE MBALENHLE DLAMINI BONGIWE COVER MODEL

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EDITORS NOTE Calling has many definitions and people get called for different purposes. It is, to somerealization of one’s purpose in the world. As we know, most of the people we consider to be called are spiritual healers and that is entirely true, yet we tend to forget that there are quite a variety of healings that different people from different walks of life can give spiritually. Today I would like to raise an awareness of the kind of spiritual healing which can be given to the fittest and the healthiest of the patients and that is a kind of healing which occurs in the process of one having a spiritual impact through the power of art even just a talk.

This healing takes place at a time when even one feels complete, or believes they’ve got it all together then bang! Something clicks in their ear and they realize that this is exactly what I’ve been lacking in my head. It also does heal someone to see one embracing their body in a form of posture even catwalk, with regards to modeling. By so saying, I had a good time chatting with a variety of spiritual healers ranging from a life and business coach, musicians and models and I hope you enjoy a reading this issue of Up Coming Mag. Yours with love

LIEKETSENG LECHEKO

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ARTISTS

Morapedi Elvis Choma, a 24 year old young curious and knowledgeable businessman. Also known as Mr Sage, the reputable entrepreneur majors in the corporate and media industry. One of his entrepreneurial activities include life and business coaching which he performs through Sage Institute, an organization he founded with the skills he acquired from Ross Business Solutions, Vaal University of Technology, Atvance Academy, Seda as well as an internationally recognized Shaw Academy- on wisdom grounds with an aim to share his extra-ordinary knowledge and ideas or rather perspective regarding a lot of matters and situations specifically in life as well as in business. With a couple of radio interviews and a handful of happy clients even stakeholders or rather business partners, Mr Sage may be a young adult but he has transformed the lives of many from all ages and walks of life through his wisdom.

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INTERVIEW Q : Please tell us who exactly is Mr Sage? A : My name is Morapedi Elvis Choma also known as Mr Sage. I’m a curious entrepreneur, a wise- also noble Life and Business Coach. Mr Sage is the founder of a greatest foundation of coaching and a marketing company (Sage Institute). Mr Sage believed in building a foundation for every venture and for every new frontier. Sage Institute was built on a background of entrepreneur start up, Marketing and Psychology Programme in which Mr Sage was involved over the years. Mr Sage is also a co-founder and a secretary general of AB Mavundla Foundation NPO, Hide Needs Show Ability NGO and CDMKM traders (Pty) Ltd. All focused on Empowerment, Event coordination, Marketing, Life Coaching and Business Coaching. Q : So please tell me what inspired you to go by the name of Mr Sage.

Q : Well Mr Sage you're a young man with huge visions, what actually drives you and what distinguishes you from your peers? A : For a Chess Player from a young age Mr Sage has always had questions and ideals when things were posed to him. From a young age I've always challenged people and asked critical or if you like potent questions just for the sake of clarity. Growing up with that mindset abruptly built perspective for me and a lot of human capacity understanding. I fell in love with helping people and sharing knowledge everywhere I am. When my peers would party and do drugs I would read books. Just to build perspective and find a way to help other with what I know. Q : That's very interesting. So what are your biggest visions and goals for Sage Institute? A : My Biggest objective for Sage Institute is to build the largest Stop Shop for Coaching from Life's Spectrum and Business Canvas for individuals, small and medium businesses in the country and the world.

A : Sage institute a company found on wisdom grounds was formed with the aim of sharing knowledge but specific to life and business. Sage means; "A man of gravity, a stoic Philosopher and wise gentleman; noble and one with a sound judgement- A friend of mine and myself found out that the founder and discoverer of marketing is Sir Peter Drucker who then resembles my character and persona. He was awarded the name Sage for his disposition which we saw fitting for me to use also. UPCOMING MAG | 5

INTERVIEW Q : What have you accomplished so far that serves as an indication that you are moving closer towards that goal? A : Interesting. I believe in "Life is what you make of it and one life can only shrink or expand in proportion to one's courage". Therefore Sage has erupted a space where schools, businesses events coordinators invite us to share fundamental coaching concepts with them and I have managed to cliche different partnerships with small and well-known movers and shakers. I have hosted radio sessions and interviews in different radio stations around Vaal and in Johanesburg namely; Sedibeng FM, Karabo FM and Voices Of Wits (VOW). We have coordinated small and biggest events and Sage Institute has given birth to organizations and non-profit organizations. Q : Awesome... Mr Sage, without any means to offend you- I think you're still too young and should be seeking guidance from your parents yet here you are changing lives and contributing in the positive change of the world and business. By so saying I think you are one of a kind and quite an unpredictable man. So please tell me, now that you seem to be so full of surprises, what else can we expect to learn about you in the near future-any projects that you're working on? INTERVIEWED BY LIEKETSENG LECHEKO

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A : Sage institute is in partnership with records companies, empowerment-organizations and local brands. Therefore I'm looking to create a platform where young creative minds like me dine and network through Conversation with Sage on YouTube soon premiere. We are looking to open a segment of managing young artists and create a path way for them to the mainstream market. And we are also looking to take Sage institute to domestic provinces and countries around Africa. It is possible and we will get there.

Q : Very big plan that is hey... So what is that one statement - sort of a quote which you wish that everyone lived with every minute of every hour of every day? A : "YOU MAY HAVE A DISADVANTAGED BACKROUND BUT NOT A DISADVANTAGED BRAIN! DEMAND MORE FROM YOURSELF AND DON'T ACCEPT MEDIOCRITY, YOU'RE WORTHY. IF OTHERS MANAGED TO GET IT, FIND YOUR WAY TOO.” You take this advice remember; the Sage way is the safe way.

Mr Sage is available on these following platforms:

Twitter: @Choma_sage Instagram: @Choma_sage/@Sage_institute Facebook: Morapedi Sage Choma/Sage institute Email: Sageinstitute1@gmail.com Youtube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCQ2PyhvA7kHh QV-sJ8XvKkA

KENNY STOANZ ARTIST

36 years old Thabang Kenneth Majoe is a Kwaito musician who goes by the name of Kenny Stoanz. Born in Zamdela Free State province, this singer, song writer and performing artist has always had love for music from the day that he was exposed to it and how he knew that when he grows up he’s going to be a musician. Kenny Stoanz started his music career as a member of a group called Lapeng Jazz Band in 2009 and through that he’s shared the stage with the big names such as Ringo, Bongo Muffin, Mafikizolo and Malaika-to name but a few…

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Q : Please tell me about Kenny Stoanz

Q : What inspired you to go for music as a career?

A : Kenny Stoanz is an upcoming musician who grew up in the streets of Zamdela Sasolburg. He loves music and he has always been into music all his life. He is a singer, song writer and a performing artist, and does a variety of music genres ranging from Afro-pop, R&B, Kwaito/House even Afro-beat.

A :It all started in high-school where I used to take part in a choir, performances during beauty contests. Back in the days I used to listen to groups like Boom Shaka, Bongo Maffin, Mafikizolo & Joe Nina… that's when the love for music started. It was back in 1997 until now- I am still into music. It's all about the love for music, I would not do anything except passing on an impact it had on me. As I used to watch music shows on TV screens, the passion for music kept on growing in me, that's when I realized that this thing is for me. I also used to dance.

Q : In your journey, what challenges have you encountered and what have you learned from those challenges? A : When one has decided that he/she wants to go for music, believe you me, is not a smooth journey trust me on that one. There comes a time when you get to be involved with producers who will help you with your music but never finish your projects. And again there are so many things that are happening in the music industry, all the artists want to breakinto the music industry, it's all about the right timing and the right people. I've learned to be patient and keep on pushing no matter what the outcomes will be at that time. Money… money- to be honest, you need to have a budget for music. And again when it comes to gigs you're been forced to join some of organizations or particular political party in order for you to be part of a certain events. It's tough! That's why as artist we need to have our own PR/Managers/and again they need to be paid.

Q : I see... So please tell me what is your biggest vision in your music career? A : My biggest vision is for my music to impact people’s lives, to have my own recording studio, to grow more in music and to go globally. But first it needs to start here at home and to develop young and upcoming artist from Zamdela. Q : What has been your greatest achievement in the music industry and how has that impacted your career? A : It was when I first released my album last year, "Blessed”. The response I received from the people who are following me, they have been there since day one.

INTERVIEW

INTERVIEWED BY LIEKETSENG LECHEKO

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THE INTERVIEW CONTINUES Q : What inspirational quote has kept you moving forward in your career from the beginning ‘til now? A : Believe in what you do no matter who says what, whether they say there's no money in music or you're not signed to a certain recording label, press-a/ push-a/ phanda and don't ever give up. Our journey is not the same

A : Back then I was a part of the group 'Lapeng Jazz Band' and we used to open for big artists- it was around 2009/10. It was a learning curve for me indeed, behind the stage we would hang out with them and they would channel us upcoming musicians and guide us. Mr Ringo once told me that in music, “Ntho ya hao o tlameha o e emele.” Your time will come.

Q : Your message to the aspiring artists out there..?

Q : Who is your biggest inspiration and why that particular person?

A : Never give up on your dreams. Dreams do come true. God's timing is perfect.

A : I don't have a specific person but I have people... Boom Shaka, Bongo Maffin and Mafikizolo. We now have Amapiano blazing, we still have hip-hop, but groups like Mafikizolo are still rocking and content with their music. They are real artists/musiciansthey don't go with what is trending now, but they go for what they believe in and their fans or followers they still supporting them.

Q : You've shared the stage with the big names like Mafikizolo, Malaika, Bongo Maffin even Ringo and many others, can you share your experience? INTERVIEWED BY LIEKETSENG LECHEKO

Kenny Stoanz' Music on spotify:

https://open.spotify.com/artist/7oIwa8IlzPrKKD9H0pbMZR? si=M2mbKxL3SxaTy3H12e8odw https://open.spotify.com/artist/7oIwa8IlzPrKKD9H0pbMZR? si=M2mbKxL3SxaTy3H12e8odw&nd=1

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Kenny Stoanz can be reached through the following socials:

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: Kenny Stoanz : Kenny Stoanz

AFRO KAII

ARTIST

Shaka Sedgwick Magwedze from Elim waterval Limpopo is a 21 year Venda prodigy, born in January, who has had interest in music since a young age. He’s a producer and songwriterwritten many songs from high school to this day which are not yet recorded. He says now he realizes it was more of a learning curve. I started rapping in primary school back in 2009 and now I'm an aspiring musician, producer and engineer. Most of his previous releases have been taken off the internet solely by himself because he still felt that he needed more time to evolve into what he is now. The first genres he listened to were Reggae, RnB and Hip Hop which he’s now added many others to the list.

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INTERVIEW

Q : What inspired your name, Afro Kaii? A : I got inspired by my heritage and belief. Afro stands for African and Kaii which means God was based on my belief of African ancestry. Q : And what inspired you to go into music amongst all careers in the entertainment industry? A : I got inspired by music because of my background with my father loving reggae and my grandmother who used to sing, song write and conduct choirs. It was fueled even more when I realized I could dance so music felt right, I didn't have any interest in others Q : What is your biggest goal in music? A : My biggest goal in music is liberating as many of my people as possible and giving the world my version of music and style Q

: Who is your biggest inspiration?

A : That would have to be my mother.

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Q : What challenges have you encountered in your career and what have you learned from those challenges? A : My biggest challenge would be finding a sweat spot for the type of sound I was trying to create or do. I would be contradicted by different types of styles and finding my sound though all of that. And I learnt that if you break down the specific qualities you like in other music, you can actually piece them together to what you like and that was a major help. Another one was my identity, I was confused on what type of image I wanted for myself, and I realized that I didn't want to be just a rapper, I found comfort in having an image that's not based off of one thing. Q : And what has been your greatest achievement so far? A : My greatest achievement would be my break through. I haven't released in years because I was still figuring out my image and my music's image so that has been a major setback until now. I N T E R V I E W E D B Y

LIEKETSENG LECHEKO

Afro Kaii can be reached through the following socials:

@Afro.Kaii and @mungu.tribe.9 Twitter : Afro kaii Tiktok : Afro kaii Facebook : Magwedze Shaka UPCOMING MAG | 14

Ollie ARTIST Birth Name : Mxolisi Mkhize Born :17 April 1988 (Age 33) Origin :Umlazi, Durban, South Africa Genre(s) :Afro pop (house)music Occupation(s) :Vocalist, song writer & a producer (Instruments) Year active :2008 - present Associated acts: Ithimba le Afrika Good News Gospel Singer Q Twins, under Afrotainment (as a song writer) Master Ckay The Next Level Afrolab Musiique Mxolisi Mkhize (born 17 April 1988), better known as his stage name Ollie,is a South African vocalist, song writer, and a producer. He was born in Umlazi,Durban , a township also known as NUZ. He is currently independent. He has released singles,” Buya sthandwa sami in 2019, Mangfik’ekhaya and Amalobolo In 2020.

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OLLIE

CAN BE REACHED THROUGH THE FOLLOWING SOCIALS: EMAIL ADDRESS:OLLIEMKHIZE.BUYA@GMAIL.COM

FACEBOOK :OLLIEMUSIQ AND OLLIE-BUYA STHANDWA SAMI INSTAGRAM :OLLIEMUSIQ TWITTER :OLLIEMUSIQ

He’s

performed

including

the

different United

America,Washongton

countries

State at

the

of White

house in 2016, he performed at the Sing Off competition in 2014, he performed at the campaign hosted by Sandile Nala the author

book

titled

THE

MIND

CHEATER whereby he was giving back to restore the dignity of a woman 1n 2020, also

performed

Lungi

K’s

performed in 2015.

Mashamplane’s

launch

Afrotainment

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SABC

presented

2020 Crown

and

Gospel

on by also

Awards

LOVE PHARMACIST POET Nkadimeng Kamogelo Welcome also known as Love Pharmacist is a 26 years old poet born in Mashite Village near Schoonord. He started schooling at Mampuru 1 Primary School and proceeded to Sebase Secondary School. From a young age he has shown passion and love for his art crafts from writing poems, short stories, singing, performing with School choirs for competitions, being an actor and assistant director in drama groups from Primary until Bahlola Katlego which is at the University of Limpopo. This multitalented young man who in today's world has earned recognition throughout a variety of media platforms from online newspapers, magazines and radio stations is growing into something big from the public attention he’s receiving. And through his milestonesgetting nominations for different awards, being an internationally published author with Poets Unlimited International Magazine, a semi-finalist actor in SA Extravaganza Talent 2021, an official nominee for Best Poet on Mzansi Arts and Media Awards2020 &2021, an official nominee for Best Poet on Golden Arts and Media Awards2020&2021, Nominee for Best Poet of The Year and Best Writer of The Year in Pheliawards2021.

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He is a former Public Relations Officer at Mzansi Youth Entertainment Awards, former Public Relations Officer, Chief Operations Officer and Board member for a media company based in Gauteng. He is an inspiring figure who has contributed in promoting brands such as Sylviena House Pty Ltd and Start Ups Stock Exchange, also a Board member of Live Your Dreams SA Awards 2021 representing Limpopo province. He is a humanitarian at heart and a leader who has also worked with University of Limpopo as member of Enactus business organization and Peer Talk NGO. Throughout all this, Love Pharmacist was also featured on Final Year University of Limpopo Media students project as an actor in 2017 where he was on the same cast with Hip hop artist Gil Ramotlhola and famous upcoming comedian Thabo Mokiri. He was featured on Publish'D Africa Magazine for July 2021 edition and Lepelle Review Newspaper. He is a business strategist who assists struggling businesses with turnaround strategies and he’s a mentor to upcoming entrepreneurs. He also assists entrepreneurs through the sourcing of funding to improve their businesses. He will be releasing his poetry single soon before the end of the year. Love Pharmacist is also a very creative and passionate upcoming novelist.

YOU

CAN

KAMOGELO

“LOVE

PHARMACIST”

THE

FOLLOWING

SOCIALS:

FACEBOOK:

LOVE

PHARMACIST

THE

POET

INSTAGRAM:

LOVE

PHARMACIST

THE

POET

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Muziwandile Shongwe ACTOR

I'M

ACTING BY

ASPIRING FEATURE

DIRECTOR

PICTURES ON

ACTOR

WAS

SAMUEL

AND

THE

SHOWMAX.

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AND FILM

LEBURU

FILM

WRITER. CALLED

FIRST

"NTASH"

LEBURUGRAPHY

CURRENTLY

SHOWING

ARTISTS

Name: Muziwandile Shongwe Gender :Male Age :23 Swati speaking Location : Gauteng Krugersdorp. Grades: Matriculated 2015 (admission to bachelor's degree) Studied Educare at Westcol, passed all semesters though haven’t yet graduated. Facebook : Muziwandil Mziefatso Tik Tok: @Muziwandil Mziefatso Instagram: @muziwandil_mziefatso UPCOMING MAG | 20

MODELS

VICTORIA RAMULUMISI

Victoria Ramulumisi is a 23 years old model based in Soweto Chiawelo. She describes herself as adorable, kind and loveable. She’s a God-fearing church goer as she was born and raised in a Christian family in Hamasakona, Church of Christ. Victoria has a good sense of style, adaptability and her greatest personal attributes include a positive attitude, excellent stamina, communication skills, ability to look good at all times and outstanding facial projection and she draws attention through them. She distinguishes herself from other models because she loves being her own self and always makes sure that everything she does comes true inside and out. She doesn’t compare herself to other people or other models.

You

can

her

Instagram

via

Username:

victoria463381

https://www.instagram.com/victoria463381? r=nametag

Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/naki.muvhango .9

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MNINGI ANDILE ZUMA

MODEL Mningi shoot a

Andile

model

huge

front

dress

from

passion

and

acting

She

years

and

mainly

Mningi

old

Kwa-Nongoma.

lingerie

projects

up.

KZN

for

camera.

swimwear creative

Zuma

though

body

She’s

loves

shoots

currently

Mningi is available immediately for photo-shoots in

KZN

and

willing

travel

enjoys well

modeling

as for

She

describes

natural

with

outstanding

herself

dark model

skin for

I'm

which

She

enjoys

photographers

and

agencies

agency

photographers.

Her

Mgunda

media

social

photos

#FACEOFMGUNDA2020

and

were

handles

featured

Mningi’s

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working that

with

have

passion for modeling to every project she works

was

campaigns.

lingerie

and

winner

For

live

her

creative approach as she brings her energy and

wish is to appear in commercial magazines. She upclose,

makes

hair

all

on.

long

her

part

online

individual

tall,

swimwear

photo-shoots.

modelling

other

destinations around South Africa.

uMgunda Talent Network while actively in search a

fashion,

also

painting

got

being

for

she

photo-

and

personal

information

works,

Facebook page

please

and

the

contact

portfolio the

Mgunda

For more information and the portfolio of Mningi’s works, please contact the Mgunda Facebook page and you can follow her through the following social links.

Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/mningi.zuma Instagram:

https://instagram.com/mningizuma? igshid=sf342oo8lzwl

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SILINDOKUHLE KAMOHELO REFILOE SEBOTSA

Currently an HR Student with huge an ambition of creating her own Social Media Appearance, Silindokuhle Certain

has

Sounds

started (

Collaboration

photography)

and

with

another

collab with HUMANZ.

Her ultimate goal is to perform at her greatest quest

becoming

world

recommended

Commercial Model, Radio/TV Presenter and a Writer.

She

also

wants

create

better

content out of herself by working and giving a chance aspire

to to

the live

youngsters the

best

out

there

their

who

also

dreams

and

wishes. Her aspiration in life is happiness and success. family

With

the

full

dedication

well-deserved

life

giving

her

happiness,

well as giving potential people the chance to be

seen

and

shine,

her

other

dream

able to motivate those who look up to her by remaining

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maintain attitude.

enthusiastic

her

abilities

about

well

her as

goals

and

optimistic

SILINDOKUHLE CAN BE FOLLOWED ON THE FOLLOWING SOCIALS:

IG: REAMO_14THEBLACKCHILD

FACEBOOK: SILINDOKUHLE REAMO SEBOTSA

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ANDE MBINGO Miss Moral Regeneration South Africa 2021

Ande Mbingo is a 24 years old

hence she started to train

fashion and pageantry model

models

from Matatiele in the Eastern

2020 and is working towards

Cape completing her degree

launching

in Bachelor of Education at

agency and her foundation.

Walter Sisulu University. She is

Ande

passionate

about

pageantry is about engaging

especially

with the community hence

empowerment young

women

also

in my

December modeling

believes

that

feel

she made a decision to be a

different

helping hand especially to the

communities and she believes

needy in different areas of

that she has a responsibility to

need.

misrepresented

who

and

inspire those who were born in

under

privileged

communities like herself,

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Ande is available on the following socials:

Instagram: ande.mbingo Twitter: ande_mmrsa21 Facebook: Ande Mbi Ngo

FB page: Ande Mbingo Miss Moral Regeneration South Africa 2021

Monate Shots

Contestants must come for their photo-shoots

Presents:

between 10 - 17 November 2021.

JOZI'S SEXIEST MODEL 2021 Voting takes place on social media and begins on This is a online competition aimed on promoting

20 November ends 29th November 2021.

made models, upcoming model, established models, aspiring models from Johannesburg.

Prizes: Sash, Crown, R500 cash, 1free photo-shoot per month for 6months with Monate Shots and we

Registration fee: R50 which covers for your

will promote you.

swimsuit Shoot and lingerie Shoot(with Monate Shots), Social media Card and promo video.

To enter: WhatsApp your: Name:

contestant

you

need

have

Age:

Facebook page, Instagram. Twitter and Tiktok

Location:

are a bonus but not a must. You have to be

Facebook:

above 18, from Johannesburg and you must be

Instagram

able to come to Monate Shots photo studio in

(Twitter and Tiktok if you have it, if you don't leave

Diepkloof Soweto, You must have a swimsuit

it out)

and lingerie to shoot in.

1 sexy picture to : 0749023257

Entries open 1 November 2021.

More details will be given when you contact Upcoming Mag, Much love and Thank you.

Entries close 8 November 2021.

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TALL BABES MODEL Born Tsholanang Magoro, the 17 years old model is nothing but

true

ambitious,

definition

intelligent

of and

inspiration. This is a young woman who decided to live her

dreams

spite

whatever restrictions in place by

establishing

her

own

business though she’s not yet qualified to register her own company. She is a pageant coach and a fierce one who keeps reminding models in her training to ‘own that stage’ and take an audience as that group

whom

friends

one

amongst always

themselves or rather always explores

the

best

themselves.

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INTERVIEW Q

: Who is Tall Babes? Q

: Tall babes is a beautiful lady who fell

What

inspired

you

become

model?

in love with herself and started embracing her height

because

realized

many

young

ones

feel embarrassed about how tall they are so I wanted to be an example of it by me showing off

myself

them

and

calling

myself

: Honestly I inspire myself because of

height

and

skin

and

the

love

have

for

myself, just how I look inspires me.

tall

babes.

: Awesome… Can you please share your

experience in modeling journey so far? Q

: And who exactly are you? A

A girl

: I’m Tsholanang Magoro a 17 year old who

grew

Rustenburg

but

currently

living in Pretoria. I’m a young woman who lives up to her expectations meaning I make sure I

: Well I have taught models how to walk have

been

several

fashion

shows

which

includes. Brand photo shoots as well. I won a crown of Miss Queen Exclusive 2020. And I’m looking forward to doing bigger than that.

work hard to get what I want in life. I breathe modelling being

because

kind

it’s

what

hearted

and

love me

doing. not

being

Awesome.

Who's

your

biggest

inspiration?

embarrassed of where I come from has helped me boost my confidence and that’s what made me a confident lady. I’m always smiling for me

: For now it’s myself I haven’t found my

inspiration unless on clothes only yes

to have an understanding in my conversations.

What

your

idea

modeling

and

what is your understanding about it regarding

: Great. What is your biggest vision in

your life?

your experiences in the industry? A A you

: Understanding of it is that- Wear what are

comfortable

someone

else

in,

not

because

want

you

will

Being

own

boss

and

having

/owning my own modelling industry business

look start

: Hmm... That's a big vision and I wish

doubting yourself. Do not live a life you can’t

you all the best in achieving that... What's an

afford,

advice

you

must

understand,

it’s

about

you

how

yourself

and

learn

not

about

use

listen

beauty

your

brain,

yourself

the

and

body

believing way

you

it’s in are

who

you

are

those

can

give

already

who

are

the

still

the

aspiring

modeling

anticipating

models,

industry to

take

and on

journey in modeling?

and love your flaws A Q

confidence

see

you

yourself

have and

you

very

powerful

value

yourself

so much... That's truly a wonderful thing since most models are inspired by other models who have

made

the

world

recognition

phase.

What drives you- what keeps you going?

: Everything is all about me that’s the

thing

anyone

all

needs

else,

what

and my faith

start

keeps

with

going

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before prayer

: That it’s a very long journey they must patient

and

know

what

they

Q& create

relationship

modelling

want they

and must

learn to love it not like it and to be themselves.

INTERVIEWED BY LIEKETSENG LECHEKO

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MBALENHLE DLAMINI MODEL

Mbalenhle is an 18 years old matriculant and fashion model from Soweto. UPCOMING MAG | 42

INTERVIEW This interview can be viewed on youtube here: https://youtu.be/cyf9PossAC4 Q : Can you please tell us about your modelling journey?

A : Not being able to participate in Miss Soweto because in order to enter the competition you need to experience and you need to show them evidence that you have entered pageants before, if you do not have that evidence they do not allow you to enter Miss Soweto.

A : I started modelling in primary to high school. I used to take pictures and post them on Instagram Facebook and then this other day this guy from New Britain prior approached me and asked me to be his model. From there were two pitchers- he introduced me to different people and then I ended up where I am now and then I met a couple of photographers and I left new breed then I started being a nude model and a fashion model until I got here.

Q : Where do you see yourself in the next 5 years? A : I see myself successful, driving a BMW, just joking, I see myself being Miss Universe, having a great job, without a husband… I just want to see myself succeeding in life, and starting my own Agency.

Q : What challenges have you come across in your modelling journey and how did you overcome them? A : Not getting enough support because it impacts my creativity and confidence, if you have support you gain emotional strength and confidence- you get to see that people notice what you do. Family support is important, because you can have a dream but without their support it becomes challenging to achieve goals.

Q : They say confidence is built how did you build your confidence? A : By cutting negative self-talk picking up new skills asking questions having fun and being free you know when you free, you just need to be free to have confidence.

Q : What was your biggest failure throughout your modelling career?

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Q : How do you keep in shape? A : With a hunger strike, twice a month, for two weeks, exercise, avoid food, AVOID FOOD!

Q : as you know that you grew up in a family of morals and values how did that have any impact on you as a model? A : it shows in your personality, you communicate with different people with respect, you can handle different kind of people, it molds you into becoming a better person and you have values as a person.

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Bongiwe Nkwanyana MISS BENEVOLENT 2ND RUNNER UP BONGIWE NKWANYANA IS A 20 YEARS OLD MODEL BORN AND BRED IN SOWETO AND A STUDENT STUDYING MODELING AND I AM DOING MODELLING PART TIME.

INTERVIEW INTERVIEWED BY MONATE PHOTOS BY MONATE SHOTS

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Miss

Benevolent

the

first

beauty

: What do you want to achieve during

pageant you entered?

the rest of this year?

: Well I want to enter more pageants

because

now

that

the

and

don'ts.

: Yes this was the first beauty pageant,

first experience in pageantry for me.

experience

Can

you

Miss

please

tell

Benevolent

about from

your

being

do's

have So

experience, I

feel

that

know

should

enter more pageants until I become the queen because it is the position that I want.

selected to being part of the top 10 to being part of the competition and eventually winning

second runner-up?

who Bongiwe is?

: My experience was good and some

Can

you

please

tell

about

: Literally a cool girl, a calm and very

are hard because now that we live in a world

confident woman who knows how to stand her

covert

year

and

I've we

entered had

the

pageant

the

grand

from

last

grounds

and

finale

last

giving- very caring, that's Bongiwe. A girl who

year but you took over it then we couldn't do

comes

it.

township,

But

I'd

say

was

grooming,

for

the

journey was very good but hard. So I'll say the

from

girl

who's

small

actually

very

family is

not

bubbly

very

and

small

huge,

Soweto.

first experience was good. Bongiwe Q

done

What

differently

you

which

think

could

you

could

have

made

have you

can

reached

the

following

social platforms. Instagram: Bongiwe Nkwanyana

the Queen?

: Well what I think I could have done

differently is me doing all the tests that I was given although I was fully in but the challenge that

had

that

was

busy

with

school

work so I had to also balance the pageant, so I will

say

fully

giving

in,

not

that

I'm

saying

didn't give it my all but what I can say is that I should have put it in like fully.

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PRECIOUS MORUDU

S H O T S

B Y :

M O N A T E

S H O T S

Precious Morudu is a 19 years old model Kwathema and a Law student at the University of Johannesburg.

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INTERVIEW Q

modelling

Can

journey

you

from

tell

the

INTERVIEWED BY MONATE PHOTOS BY MONATE SHOTS

about

your

beginning

until

now? A

: I started my modelling journey at

Mbaula that's

modelling

why

agency,

started

with

which

pageants,

Duduza

but

then

didn't fall in love with it back then, I decided to

brand

ambassador,

promoter,

then

went to portrait agency, it is also in Kwathema, there we did brands are going all over taking pictures

promoting

other brands.

people's

clothes

Now

not

I'm

was

under

any

agency I just take pictures, if you want me to like promote your work you can I also do that.

: if you could choose one brand to

promote or be an ambassador of which brand or product would you choose and why? A

: I like local brands because I want

them

that

they

specific brand

laid

out

deserve

brand

there I

product

but

ambassador

but

get

brand

the not

I'd

exposure have

Avidas

any be

could

get a chance to promote that I really like that.

: what is your biggest achievement

throughout your modelling career? A

: being second princess of Mbaula

agency

yes

that's

all.

Kwathema

fashion

that's

biggest

the

week

and

working

being

achievement

the

I've

under

runway

done

far.

: in your own words on social media

how many followers must one have in order to be an influencer? A

: I think over 100k, but it depends on

which social media platform.

: how far are you from reaching that

100k followers on social media? A

: on Instagram I'm a bit far because I

had on

then

start

all

followers

over

right

which

Facebook

friends

and

Twitter

don't

have

too

have

than a

now

little

5.5

Twitter

I'm

still for

sitting me

than

followers

account

but

but 5K on I'm

willing to start one in order to build myself so I can

big

brand

promoter

ambassador.

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: which model inspires you and why?

: there is quite a few but to name

one,

Zizo

inspire

Mbedu

and

because

backgrounds

and

Miss

they

some

come of

2020.

from

them

They

different

really

had

tough times but they did manage to become a bigger be

many

brand not

bigger

famous

upcoming

face

but

out

any

models,

there

and

influencer

influencer,

too

brand

promoter.

: what is beauty to you or can you

give us your definition of beauty? A

: how I define beauty is how you feel

inside you, you can expect people to bring you down. if you do not have that self-thing that I am

beautiful

than

anyone

the

world

and no one can bring me down. Beauty is not about makeup or your skin, it is about how you feel

inside

you

are

good

person

are

you

better are you happy and stuff like that that is how I define beauty for myself.

: Where can people follow you? : Facebook: Nontokozo Precious Morudu IG

: Precious _Morudu

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