Lelau Matemana Is among South Africa’s top models who are contesting for the title,Mister South Africa.A unique pageant title which ushers one to work with international brands and the community in South Africa.
Lelau who is not a newbie in the modeling industry tells us why he took a bold move in contesting for Mister South Africa title.
He shares some of his goals and what it means to him if he wins the title.
Q:Who is Lelau ?A: Lelau is undoubtedly a man that is driven by excellence with an unmatched focus on progress and achieving his goals. A fitness enthusiast and aspiring model with a passion for people. Changing lives through pharmaceuticals( Bpharm student) is of utmost importance to me in light of the recent pandemic and it’s impact.
Q:Take us to how your journey in the modelling industry began?A: Well I still aspire to become a commercial model, but I recently entered Mr Oppirif at the NWU Potchefstroom and ended up becoming Mr oppirif 1st prince 2023.
Q:What does it mean being part of the models who are to contest for Mister SA title?A: It means a lot to me as I always aim to put all my efforts of fighting against the odds and challenges of life emanating from humble beginnings as I was born and bread in the Bapedi Village of Serafa which is a remote village that offers minimal opportunities.
Q:Why did you thought of taking part at Mister SA?A: It has always been a dream for me to partake in the Mr South Africa contest and I believe I have what it takes to become Mr SA.
Q:If you win the title how will it be a benefit,to the young boy from Kasi (ghetto) who is in SA? A:I’m definitely going to give hope to many young men from similar backgrounds by showing them that they too can overcome their challenges and achieve greatness.
Q:As a model why do you believe you are the right man for the title ?A: I’m driven by humility, compassion and integrity and also I would embolden men to use their position in society for good and to protect the vulnerability.
Q:So far how are you preparing for the competition ? A:1.Been following the Mr SA journey since 2021.
- I’m not shy to ask for advise especially from people who have contested Mr SA before.
- I entered the Mr oppirif 2023 as a form of preparation to what I can expect on this Mr SA journey .
- Continuing with my self improvement journey by going to the gym, looks maxing and focusing on my academics.
Q:What is your take of other contestants ? A:I have to say I have got so much respect for them, it is not an easy thing to take such an initiative as enterering Mr South Africa, so It really says a lot about they are and what they want to achieve out of this life.
Q:Who is your inspiration ?A: I actually have a lot of people I look up to, it just depends on what aspect of my life. However I have to say that my father will always be my role model looking at the life he lived, how he raised us and what he left in us. Academically wise: My high school mentor Mr Selema. Fitness wise: Chis Heria and fitxfearless. Fashion wise: Alex Costa
Q.What is your motto? A.Endless possibilities
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