Model Guide issue 26

AUGUST 2020

MODEL GUIDE
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TEEN MODELS KING NOBLE
CONTINUES HIS
VISIT THE ELDERLY REIGN

MR ZIM HOSTS Zim's
A HEALTH AND
YOUNGEST
FITNESS
TITTLE HOLDER
PROGRAMME
DESTINED FOR SUCCESS
EXCLUSIVE
INTERVIEW REWRITE THE RULES

MR TEEN THOBEY COOPER
KENNY KONDO
TALENT KAYLA GWASHU

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KENNY KONDO SPEAKS ABOUT SOUL WEAR BRAND

Kenny has united different celebrities from around the country
through a WhatsApp platform group we call CelebritiesZW.com.
Him and other collegues focus on bringing together all Zimbabwe-

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GET TO KNOW : Exclusive moments with Hamilton speaks about
TALENT GWASHU
MISTER TEEN ZIM MADEIT ZIM brand

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Who said PINK Little things in MISTER ZIMBA- Models Profiles

IS FOR GIRLS Life matter - BWE HOSTS A

AND BLUE IS Amon Tangwena FITNESS &HEALTH

FOR BOYS,'Lets PROGRAMME

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NEWS

Getsome

NEWS
In this segment we get to give you
some latest news on both upcoming
and well established super models.
Lets get to hear thier modeling

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KENNY KONDO SPEAKS ABOUT SOUL WEAR
BRAND

Kenny has united different celebrities from ternational market eventually.
around the country through a WhatsApp plat- Locally he is inspired by Faith Wear and
form group called CelebritiesZW.com. Him Tamskies Design Hub and the legendary Mr
and other colleagues focus on bringing togeth- Charles Kapfupi(Actor).
er all Zimbabwean celebrities under one roof, To others that want to launch their brands
creating a platform that will be recognized "Always put God first and strive for mastery in
internationally thereby creating jobs opportu- everything you do." Kenny said
nities for them and others too. They have about
100 members who over the years have become Kenny Kondo is a model/events M.C/trainer/
one big family through motivation,encourage- voice over artist & teacher. He is a confident,-
ment,unity and inspiration. jovial & striving for mastery who Graduated in
Kenny has also been working on a clothing label grooming and modeling with Medussa promo-
called Soul Wear. Soul wear will be launched tions in 2003.
this month-end so you are the first to see the His modeling career has mainly exhaled on the
label through Model Guide. acting and advertising side and i can say he
doing great so far.
The community is gaining a lot of entertain- At first his family didn't approve of him pursu-
ment from CelebritiesZW.com i.e. since they ing modeling as a career since back then mod-
have the best actors and musicians amongst eling was regarded as a female career but he
others. As for the clothing label the community had to continue on his own with little support
is to benefit after the launch since they have lots and over the years they have managed to pen-
of goodies lined up. The close community(group etrate and persevere in the industry,working
members) have also been creating jobs for each together in unity and all is well.
other as well as those that are not in the group
as of yet.
Their future prediction is clothing the whole
nation in all seasons and expanding to the in-

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Talent Gwashu
Age:18

Modeling
Agency: NONE

Started my modeling career last
year August, thats a year from
now. I didn't choose modelling
but modelling choose me it's my
Passion I always like modelling
when I was young bacause I love

camera...

Where do you see yourself in the next
5 years
5 years it's a lot of years in 2 years time
I am sure I am going to have so many
businesses like I will have even my brand
What are the challenges you have faced as a
female model
I faced a lot of problems sometimes people can
say anything bad about my pictures. I learnt to
keep quiet but there is this guy who came to my
Whatsapp then he said he wants to sponsor me
then I said why do you wanna sponsor me , he
said i want to help you with your job then I said
yes but he first he wants my nude pictures for
him to work with him
Did you repot him to the police?
I told him that I can't do that bacause I am
a model I don't want to ruin my reputation
because of money then I blocked him
bacause I didn't want to say much to him

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EXCLUSIVE MOMENTS WITH MISTER TEEN ZIM

Last month was a new beginning ,for Zibusiso Ngwenya as I'm grateful to everyone who voted for me
to be People's Choice and it has showed me
his life entered into a new chapter. that I have the People's support.
TR:What gave you the passion in becoming
As he was coronated as Mister Teen Zimba- part of the pageant?
bwe and to be awarded,People's Choice Award ZN: I decided to register for the pageant
during Mister Teen Zimbabwe. after a friend of mine sent me the registra-
In an interview with Model guide mag,Zibusi- tion notice. I took the decision to register
so Ngwenya reveals to us some of his plans in because, I knew how joining this pageant
assisting his community. would help me learn more about the model-
ling industry, expose me to new things and
TR:Zibusiso Ngwenya congratulations on help me grow as an upcoming model.
TR:As a young model what other pageants
your coronation . what does it mean winning are you hoping to take part in,when it comes
to the future?
the pageant and the award,People's choice?
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Zimbabwe is an honour and a privilege. It

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ZN: As a young model I look forward to partic- coronation night. I was overwhelmed with joy
ipating in the Mr Zimbabwe pageant in a few and I was grateful to have been chosen as King
years to come and also to participate in the and Mr People's Choice.
Mr I Am Africa pageant as well as the interna- TR:What do you think are the main factors
tional Mister Global
pageant. that made the judges
TR:You walked away to select you as the
with $1500,any plans winner?
with that amount? ZN: ) I think they
ZN: I plan on using chose me as the win-
some of the money to ner because of my
purchase things I can determination and
donate to a charity hard work through-
and also to tithe some out the course of the
of my prize money. pageant.
The remainder I will TR:Any advice to
spend on myself. other young models
TR:A little bird alert- from your city and
ed us that,you will be the country?
conducting a charity ZN:My advice to the
outreach soon,can boy child,is to always
you tell us more believe in yourself
about it ? and that you can
ZN: My fellow Mr Teen achieve whatever you
Zimbabwe finalists and I plan on visiting a set your heart and
Children's home soon and donating a few food mind to.
stuffs and clothes. People will always talk but choose who you
TR:What was your greatest moment in the listen to, concentrate on those that speak
pageant? growth and success into your life.
ZN: My greatest moment in the pageant was
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Hamilton speaks about
MADEIT ZIM brand

Hamilton but Most of you know him as dustry have no fear in reaching their goal that
Junior he is the founding Director of the is they can be what ever they want to be , he
Marketing, Branding and Advertising Agency did this through the Diary Of A Zimbabwean
Madeitzim and a student at Gweru Polytech- Woman
nic studying Information Technology.Born 22
years ago ,currently living in Chitungwiza He thrives to see his brand being the most
He is innovative, harding and down to earth in recognized brand in the Showbiz industry
every he does. around Africa at large
Since he has always wanted to be a model Nobody inspired him , he has always chal-
since back in the day early 2017 , he couldn’t lenged himself , in the sense that if someone-
find any agency that was interested in signing could do so can he
him thus why he created Madeitzim.

In line with being a brand he has managed
to get over all negativity thus not listening to
what people think about you or your brand
rather focus on your dream till you make it.
As mentioned above Madeitzim is a Market-
ing, Branding and Advertising agency hence
a Modelling agency under the name Neovis-
ta , thus created so as to work with Models ,
Makeup Artists , Photographers just to men-
tion but a few.

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WHO SAID PINK IS FOR GIRLS AND BLUE
IS FOR BOYS,'LETS RE-WRITE RULES'

by Rubaya Tapiwanashe.

Thobey Cooper

is one of the most fast growing,fashion
brands in Africa. This year the brand,
showcased its latest Spring/Summer 21
collection for the second time at the SA
Menswear Week which was hosted digital last
month

In an exclusive interview with Thobey
Cooper,he provides more information to us
about his collection . Also we find out,what
makes one to become a successful designer.

Q:Thobey Cooper thank you for your time
and to allow us to interview you?
A:Thank you so much I am honored and so
happy to be part of the interview.

Q: Congratulations on successful releasing Q: Blue,Pink are the main colours that you
your collection at the SAMW S/S 21. Who or used for your in your fabrics. Why those
which things were your inspiration while colours?
creating the whole collection? A: I used blue and pink as my main colours for
A:The collection that I showcased for SS21, is my palette to highlight colours that are mainly
titled “Metanoia” which is a Greek term that connected to gender by society. We grow up
basically means a process of change. believing that blue is for boys and pink for
My concept was based around the idea of girls and that’s where we start having ideas,
educating society about the importance that’s where the “boxing” starts. Those “girls
of equality and working towards a gender lines,boys lines” and school assembly sessions
neutral world. We are slowly moving towards destroyed us.
a 100% Gender Neutral Era where Gender It is those little things we are taught while
rules and roles will be totally wiped out and growing up, that cracked us into a world
I feel that it is very important for everyone apart.
to be educated on this, not just adults In this collection I played with the colours
but children aswell so that they grow up celebrating personal preference and showing
accepting one another regardless of gender people that it’s okay to wear pink as a guy and
and preferences. blue as a girl. Let’s rewrite the rules.

Q: What according to you is your favourite
part about the collection you presented?
A:My favorite part of my design process is
seeing my designs come to life from paper to
actual garments , styling the looks and finally
seeing them on models presenting the items
on runway shows is just so magical , truly
enjoy it.

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Q: One of the most important elements be inspired but do not copy what other
in a such event are models.What's your creatives are doing.
comment in terms of models whom you Own it, and don’t tweak your work in
worked with ? order to fit society’s expection , let them
A:Models play a very important role in fall in love with what you have to offer as a
fashion. They help bring a designer’s brand.
narrative to life. In this show like any
other Thobey Cooper showcase, I used Q: After such a successful event. What do
feminine looking male models to help you do,to make sure you relax?
embrace the garments as well as used A:After a busy and successful event , I
lipstick on all 10 models to create a always make sure I go home and rest , no
connection between the looks and the after party for me, Lol (laugh out loud).
models , making them seem and look as I always take a day or 2 off before
one. shooting the range and doing
promotional work.
Q: This is not your first time showcasing
at the SA Mens Wear Week.Last Q: Lastly what is next for you and your
year you debuted 'Where we started' brand?
collection,what was difference about this A:What’s next for the Thobey Cooper
show excluding it being digital? brand, is launching an easy ready y
A:Yes this was my second SAMW week purchase range that consumers will be
, it was so exciting as if it was my first. able to buy online and in studio. Am also
Showcased under lockdown meant having planning on showing in other cities and
a different feel to the show. countries in The new year, with hopes
Going digital meant paying attention that the pandemic will ease. And loads
to detail more than ever. I had the and loads of other exciting projects which
opportunity to work with a smaller team I cannot share now, but definitely keep
giving me an opportunity to have control checking thobeycooper_ on Instagram
on everything happening on set and being where I’ll be sharing everything
able to interact with everyone involved.
With This show we reached bigger BY RUBAYA TAPIWA
numbers than normal and received such
amazing feedback from people.
I also believe that I have improved as a
designer when it comes to my craft , this
collection will definitely be remembered
by many for years to come.

Q: What skills according to you are
necessary for a successful fashion
designers?
A: Hustling skills , LoL (laughing out loud)
if that’s even a skill. As a fashion designer
you have to have the Necessary basic
skills to plan and execute your collection,
being able to stand back and edit your
work to make sure you present something
You have put all your effort into.
You need to be very patient and focused
on who you are and what you wanna
be known for as a designer , watch and

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Little things in Life matter by Amon Tangwena

If you want to
change the
world, start off by
making your bed. If
you make your bed
every morning, you
have accomplished
the first task of
the day. It will give
you a small sense
of pride and it will
encourage you to do
another task.
Doing little things
in life, helps you to
get bigger things
done. Another task
only comes when
you do the first task. By the end of the day, one task completed, will end up in many tasks
completed. Making your bed will also reinforce the fact that the little things in life matter,
if you can't do the little things right, you will never do the big things right.
If by chance you have a miserable day, you will come home to a bed that's made, that you
made. And made bed gives you encouragement that tomorrow will be better. In life every
task have to be completed inorder to get the results you want.
You can't develop the energy for bigger things if you can't do the small things. To be a
soldier, you have to spend months in training, to be a doctor, you have to spend years
learning and training. All things require discipline, if you can't have the discipline to do
little things that matters in life, definitely success will not be your portion. Success is like
a portion of chicken or pork, if you want to enjoy it, you have to cook it.
By sweeping your room everyday, you know that you have to do something in life. You
can't live and do nothing. God did not create you to be idle but it's a choice. If you want to
change the world start by each day with a task completed.

AmoN TangwenA
Business Mentor and Life Coach.
Transformational Leader and co-founder of New BeginninG MovemenT.
Cell : +263 776 921 787
Email: [email protected]
Creating A Realm Of PossibilitieS

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MARTIN SIBANDA TELLS IT ALL

One of the most prominent,types of TR:Your path most of it has your footsteps
modelling in the industry. It is the labelled photogenic. Why did you select
photogenic modelling and Martin photogenic modelling?
Tholithemba Sibanda is a name that cannot MS: I chose photogenic photography
be left behind,when one is listing the names because I wanted to acquire self confidence
of best photogenic models in the Southern so I had no option than to choose what I was
Hemisphere. afraid to do .. to easy up the process.
In an interview with Martin Tholithemba
Sibanda,we get to find out why he selected TR:How has your journey so far since
photogenic modelling. you took your first step in the modelling
industry?
TR:What's your definition of the term MS: ahhh! let me say its been fair enough tho
fashion industry ? modeling journey itsnot as easy as people
MS: The fashion industry consists of four think..first thing first u need to have a long
levels: the production of raw materials, heart to make it in the game (you need to be
principally fibres and textiles but also hungry) .
leather and fur; the production of fashion I my self I have been rejected more than I
goods by designers, manufacturers, have been hired and its something every
contractors, and others; retail sales; model experience so if you not stronger
and various forms of advertising and enough you wont make it to your hopes.
promotion.

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TR:Why do you think its important
especially for,Photogenic models to have
a great relationship photographers?
MS: As a photogenic model,your power is
not just in you alone although 90% ,you
are the 1 to deliver and requirements
needed in the final product must be
100% so every step count and they
need to be done to perfection ..so its
important to have a very good and open
business friendship,relationship with your
photographer and stylist because thy hold
the. Very important secret to the final
product.

TR:Speaking about photographers ,state
3 photographers whom you would like to
work with ?
MS: lol (laughing) that is very tricky to
answer, any way we have ,'Clean media
photography' based in SA.

TR:What's your favourite motto?
MS: . TRUST BUT VERIFY

TR: You currently are based in South
Africa,whose modelling industry has
reached international. How can Zim's
modelling industry follow suit?
MS: Well Zim modelling industry, needs a
stronger back borne to stand government
needs to appreciate the talent and fund
registered modeling agency so thy can
produce quality work in thair product this
also protect models from being thirst by
that I think we can be on the lime light to
international markets

TR:What advise do you have for other
models...
MS:Talk to GOD ,,work very hard

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A CHIT CHAT with attire is what caught the attention of the KZN
International fashion designer fashion Council where he was selected to
- Mxolisi LukwMkhize. attend an internship in Milan Italy.

TR:What did you benefit from your adventure
in Milan?
MM:Under the mentorship of Massimo
Crevilli and the guidance of his team , I was
able to redefine my HSL signature .
Upon my return , House of saint Luke
has afforded the opportunity to showcase
throughout the African continent .

TR:Speaking about shows,which fashion
shows have you exhibited your work?
MM:The Mozambique fashion week,Nambian
Fashion week ,SA Fashion Week,SA MensWear
fashion Week,Nelson Mandela 100 year
Centenary Fashion Experience.
Not forgetting the recent Vodacom Durban
July .

TR:This year you presented,one of your

designs at the Vodacom Durban July What

The brand House of Saint Luke has re shaped inspired your design?
the,fashion industry in the world.As it has MM: The 2020 Covid19 and lockdown forced
dressed a numbed of celebrities. us to stay home and be isolated and to do a lot
Leaving the world with questions about the of introspection.
origins of,the brand which is a brain child of Which in turn one had a lot of time alone and
South African,International designer Mxolisi an opportunity to reflect , pray , meditate and
Luke Mkhize exhibited one of its designers. also engage with a lot of different people on
During this year's Vodacom Durban July,under social media .
the theme 'Butterflies In Your Tummy'. Each butterfly has a name written under it of
Mxolisi peels up details to us ,on what different people all over that were strangers
inspired his VDJ (Vodacom Durban July) and I engaged with via Instagram, Facebook
design. and WhatsApp .
Those people helped to fall in love with who I
TR:_Mxolisi thank you for the opportunity,to was and who I am meant to be .
interact with you? Hence I felt in , in love with myself.
MM:My full name is,Mxolisi Luke Mkhize,from
Umlazi, Durban,in KZN in South Africa and TR:You have worked with big brands across
my brand is House of Saint Luke. Africa and A listers..
Mxolisi he was born and raised in Umlazi MM: Yes i also collaborated with brands such
a township south of Durban ,where he as PUMA and have featured in the SA edition
graduated with a Bachelor of Social Sciences of the GQ magazine all while dressing an array
degree majoring in Industrial psychology and of local celebrities such as Somizi Mhlongo
industrial organizational labour studies from , Khaya Dladla ,Nomzamo Mbhata ,Shekinah
the University of Kwazulu Natal. and critically acclaimed Dawn Thandeka King
to name a few.

MM:His Versatility and Understanding of the By Rubaya Rubaya
intricacies of textile and style by fusing classic
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ZIM'S YOUNGEST TITLE HOLDER IS DESTINED FOR

GREATNESS

At the age of 3,Riko Serima is the being the only boy is still in his elementary
youngest Zimbabwe male model to hold school going for ECD A in 2021.
one of the biggest national titles. and is To some models and experts in the industry
inspiring older people in the modelling sector they believe he is destined to represent
not to give up in their dreams. Zimbabwe in future for titles such as Mister
Riko who is based in the Sunshine city of Zimbabwe and Mister Africa International .
Harare,is the reigning Mister Zimbabwe,a
title that he won during this
year's Mister Little Zimbabwe
competition.
In an interview with
Riko's mother,Primrose
Serima,she stated out that the
intelligence which is shinning
on Riko and his mother being
a model professional are
some of the factors that have
led Riko into the top cream
ice of the modelling industry .
"He likes modelling activities
and is very smart mentally
and in his appearance,so
its an in born talent and
in addition the mother
is a supermodel too,"she
explained.
His mother informed model
guide that,Riko has appeared
in a number of adverts for a
boutique which is situated in
Harare.
And is expected to continue
his mission in becoming a
commercial model,as he is
about to sir contracts with
other commercial companies
as their model.
Riko's mother said to make
sure that their son,safety
comes first .
Whenever he is entering
any pageant,or modelling as
a commercial model. They
verify the contracts that they
sign,to make sure all is in the
right track .
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TEEN MODELS VISIT THE
. ELDERLY

The reigning Mister Teen Zimbabwe,Zibusiso expected to engage in,other community projects that
Ngwenya was joined by his Mister Teen are meant to build and assist their communities.
counterparts,Taonashe Gwirai,Mthokozisi While Zibusiso Ngwenya had informed model guide
Magaisa,Shingai Murisei as they took a tour visit to mag,about the mission to visit the old people's home
the Entembeni Old People's home in Bulawayo at and in working in other projects.
Luveve . "My fellow Mr Teen Zimbabwe finalists and I
The Mister Teen models had taken some of their are planning on visiting a Children's home soon
prize amount,that they won during Mister Teen and donating a few food stuffs and clothes,"said
Zimbabwe in the pageant and bought some food for Ngwenya.
the first citizens of the country. As for the Mister Teen Zimbabwe,event it took place
The models were accompanied by the 1st runner up in the monthend of July.
of Mister Zimbabwe,Ishmael who is also the patron By Rubaya Tapiwa
of Mister Teen Zimbabwe.
In an interview with Model guide,Ishmael stated Advertise with
out that they suggested to visit the Entembeni us Ccontact us
home,because it is situated outside the outskirts of on +263783770043
the town and not many people do visit the the home
due to its geological location .
A number of models across the country have been
visiting the Entembeni Old People's home,such
include the current Mister Zimbabwe, Devson
Luzane.
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Interview

pMrFRogZitIrMnaeHmsOsmSTeS

The reigning Mister Zimbabwe said

he hopes not only Zimbabweans to

benefit from this programme but the

whole,World too....

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MISTER ZIMBABWE HOSTS A FITNESS
&HEALTH PROGRAMME

Join Mister Zimbabwe 2020 ,Devson Luzane as he embarks in a journey of fitness and training.
Devson Luzane will be hosting a fitness and health programme which is set to premiered on the
13th of August.
Which is being broadcasted on,ZBC TV (Zimbabwe Broadcasting Television) and is aired from
07:00 to 07:15.
The programme is titled Fitactive Movement.
Devson Luzane informed model guide, that the programme is set aside to empower the
nation,health wise.
He also added that,the programme is inspired by Mr D Popatlal who saw it fit that the fitness
programme can be broadcasted on the main television national broadcast.
"Mr .D.Popatlal who originally came up with the idea and energy to get it to zbc,and also my
passion for always needing to stay fit and active,"said Devson
The reigning Mister Zimbabwe said he hopes not only Zimbabweans to benefit from this
programme but the whole,World too.
Mister Luzane's CV can prove that he is a qualified trainer .
He was crowned Mr Novice,Men's fitness and Fitness Model ,while during Mister Zimbabwe Body
Building he was on the 5th and 6th position.
Besides all these achievements,Mister Zimbabwe has conducted online fitness and health
programmes on his social media account. Devson has been conducting a number of charity
works across the country.
And is expected next year,to represent Zimbabwe at Mister Africa International .
By Rubaya Tapiwa

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TINO NGUNDU

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Biograph : Leonard Chibamu

It isn’t every financial analyst who boasts ard has a rich and diverse academic histo-
of rich experience in the arts industry. ry. Having completed a bachelor’s degree
Leonard Chibamu is a financial analyst in Banking and Finance and a Master’s
and renowned filmmaking expert. He is a degree in finance at Great Zimbabwe
cross-disciplinary expert from finance to University, he is currently pursuing Doc-
arts related business. This is part of Leon- toral studies with Catholic University of
ard Chibamu’s signature offering; he is Zimbabwe, with research interests in film
differentiated by an uncommon compli- and arts related financing matters. He is
ment of financial management expertise also studying towards the attainment of a
combined with strong business acumen Chartered Secretary title and is on Part C
allowing him to view arts related business of CIS (Chartered Institute of Secretaries
narrowing it down to connect dots, identi- and Administrators in Zimbabwe). Leon-
fying key business drivers, understanding ard Chibamu, as a passionate filmmak-
complex financing issues and proffering er, directs LeoChi Media Consultancy, a
corrective action-oriented results. Leon- company registered in Zimbabwe. He is
the writer, director and producer of the
film sequel, Zvoitwasei and Village Se-
crets a drama series showing on Zimba-
bwe Broadcasting Corporation Television
(ZBC TV). Apart from published films, he
has written more than four film scripts
namely; The thicket Between two Rivers,
The map on the rock, I am a Model, The
River Between and many more. He is both
diligent in his film making practice and
is committed to his finance profession.
Leonard Chibamu as a finance expert and
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in film and arts financing matters. With his financial innovations that address of film spe-
vast knowledge in researching, he is into film cific risk and bolters of business philosophy
and arts business consultancy work and holds in filmmaking. Leonard Chibamu earned his
yet to be published film related financial in- Bcom Banking and Finance Degree in 2016, a
novations in form of “ LeoChi Actor Valuation Master’s degree in Finance and is a Doctoral
Model” that
addresses student for DPhil majoring
film financ- in Film Financing.
ing risk and
film valua- Leonard lives in Harare,
tion in con- Zimbabwe where he and his
temporary wife of 12 years two sons
film making. and a daughter. He is active
He is out- in the community work and
standing in has done a lot of philan-
advocacy for thropic works in his home
film and arts community in Chivhu. He
banking in has done a lot of commu-
Zimbabwe nity work in schools and
and abroad. communities with major
His influence thrust in promoting arts.
has spanned He has seen over the cre-
beyond that ation of Manyene Chivhu
of a mere Arts Association an arts
traditional financial analyst and he is lead- group specializing in per-
ing key strategic alliances beyond territorial forming arts. In his personal time, he is enjoys
filmmaking advocating for collaborative film playing volleyball.
making in Africa. Owing to his rich financial HE is now a registered arts promoter with the
knowledge he is propelling the agenda for National Arts Council of Zimbabwe

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You Must Unwrap Your Gift Stop doubting yourself, don't be a slave of self-
doubt. Believe in yourself, your gift can make
a difference. Your duty now is to unwrap your
precious gift.

Just because it is not reviewed yet, it doesn't
mean that content inside you is not priceless,
it's priceless. Release what's inside you, never let
people speak negative about your gift anymore
because it's precious. Don't just be a person who
is just existing without using your potential.
Unwrap your gift today.

Your gift, is the big investment that you should
make. You must grow and water your gift today,
it must bear some fruits. Your gift needs you
inorder to manifest to the world. Don't settle
for less than you are capable of living whilst you
For how long are you going to stay with the have a gift. You must now unwrap your gift, it's
book that's on the inside of you, the poem time for you to rise.
inside you, the great cook inside you. You
just have to unwrap your gift. It's now time to
develop what God placed inside you, don't let it You must use your gift, don't do less about your
die undeveloped. Your gift needs development. gift because it is inside you to change your life.
Let your gift come out, unlock the doors to let it
come outside. You can sing well, what's stopping
You were in a season of developing your gift, you to go to the studio and try something. You
someone came and spoke division or spoke have good postures etc why don't you develop
doubt to you. You started judging yourself yourself into a model. Your gift must not die
comparing yourself to someone else, when because of ignorance. It's now time to unwrap
they have worked on their gift and you were your gift.
just developing your gift. Don't stop developing
your gift.
Fear must not stop you to unwrap your gift. You
have a great potential to do wonders but don't
Because you wouldn't be what you thought give attention to fear. You must not give the
you will be, when you saw them you stopped. steering to fear, it must not be your driver. What
Stop living according to people's perceptions. you want to achieve must drive you. Unwrapping
Because you didn't get the support you wanted, your gift is the best thing to do now.
you felt like you should stop developing that
gift inside you. Unwrap what's inside you, it's
crying for development. Never doubt yourself that you can make it. Your
gift is a hidden treasure inside you, search for
it and unwrap it. Don't blame anyone for not
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should come out of you. Don't be too cool to start developing your gift. Your gift is valuable to
use your gift, your gift is there to change the you, don't let anyone tell you it's not worth. Your
world. Because you are uneducated it doesn't gift needs you, unwrap you.
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Interview

KNOI BNLEG
I didn't think I stood a chance as
they're a vast majority of great
models in Africa but with God’s
grace and the support I got .......

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King Noble continues his reign

in the Continent

The deeds of King Noble and his achieve- "I ’m not really sure why people voted for
ments attracted the Rs_1team who are the or- me,but I guess people like what i am about
ganisers of the Best Africa model competition and I also think my followers and fellow
which was hosted on social media,Instagram. country men backed me up which added to
Where by the public was allowed to vote and the winning. Whichever way it was, i'm always
determine who should be coronated as the very grateful for the support I get towards my
King . craft,"he said.
Shadel Noble,Zimbabwe's multi award win- Shadel Noble who cultural is well known for
ning international model and former Mister gracing international runway shows such as
Zimbabwe. South Africa Mens Wear Week and Mpumalan-
Won the competition as he received more ga Fashion and Design Week.
votes comparing to his counterparts from Hasn't been able,to attend any international
across the African continent . event due to the COVID 19 Pandemic.
Mr Noble who is currently signed under,the He said,this has given him an opportunity
agency C.F.M.M.M.S.T AKA City's Favorite to focus more in perfecting his pictures and
Models, stated out that working on strengthening his exposure and
he felt grateful for the votes that he received platform as a model .
from the public,however he wasn't expecting Noble went further to state that he is currently
to be the winner of the event as he was com- under a new management the C.F.M.M.M.S.T
peting with the greatest models in the conti- AKA City's Favorite Models,although he be-
nent. lieves that Fingers Modelling Academy will
"To be honest,I didn't think I stood a chance always be part of his life.
as they're a vast majority of great models in "I have great respect for Fingers Modeling
Africa but with God’s grace and the support I Academy and it will always be my home as that
got from people was amazing and here we are it is where I learnt what I know and where I
now. really learnt to become a model.

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In regards to my new abode,I recently got signed to a new
Modelling & Talent Agency called C.F.M.M.M.S.T AKA City's
Favorite Models. They've been amazing and a great aid to my
career. From the beginning with them, they've been so wel-
coming and I’m really looking forward to working, growing and
winning more in the future with them,"he explained.
Shadel Noble has won a number of awards during Zimbabwe
Models Awards,Best International Award in Zambia,Best Mod-
el At Mpumalanga Fashion and Design Week and his the only
male model in Zimbabwe to win the Bulawayo Arts Awards
Best Male Model gong Twice.

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INTERVIEW

Getto

KNOW
In this segment we get to interview
both upcoming and well established
super models.Lets get to hear thier
modeling journeys

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Name : Faith Tawandirwa
Age: 20
Location : Harare/ Rusape
Model type : Runway , Commercial
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Name : Natasha Ashley
Age: 19
Location : Harare
Model type : Runway , Commercial

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MICHELE BUNYA
AGE 22
FASHION
LOCATION : HARARE

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Name : Lynn Gwena
Age: 23
Location : Harare
Model type : Runway ,
Commercial ,Promotional ,
Pageant

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Name : Sylvia Mavezere
Age: 21
Location :Harare
Model type : Runway ,
Commercial ,Promotional,
Fashion

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NATASHA T TIGERE
AGE 18
FASHION , PETITE
,COMMERCIAL
LOCATION : HARARE

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