For the first time in the history of modeling the world witnessed,Africa being the host of the pageant Man Of The Earth. We chit chat with Bollywood,Indian multi_talented artist ,Abhinit Puri the title holder of the pageant .

Q:Congratulations on winning the title, what has changed in your modeling career since the day you won the title ?
A:Thank you,first of all I am feeling more responsible as a person.
I don’t want the success to touch my head it should remain in my heart and yes I am getting more recognition and many brands are offering me to promote their products. Eventually more followers will increase as well even takjng part jn some pageants as they’ve booked me as a judge also.

Q:The event was held for the first time in Africa,what did mean to you to visit and tour one pwrt of Africa?
A:Firstly, my income source is from Nigeria, Africa hence I was already here in the country.And regarding the event It wasn’t looking like the first time event as the flow of event was very nicely organized by the organizers and in city like Lagos I was feeling like I am at my home and very safe.

Q:What did you learnt about Africa culture which is similar or different from your Indian culture?
A:Let me talk about similarity, we respect and love our nation a lot and respect for elders it’s same and yes the food is different n I’ve learnt how to cook Jollof rice trust me it’s very tasty.

Q:Did it ever occur to you that you will be the title holder of this pageant ?
A: I was confident as I was doing all the task very professionally but my fellow contestants were equally good especially they were professional models and they know how to walk professionally and they were tall and blessed with very good physique hence the competition was on high level but somehow I knew if i am confident on stage I can get the crown and eventually it happened.

Q:What will be your main task since you won the title ?
A:My main task is,many people need my time for an instance, media,interviews and I am short of time.

Q:What do you think should be done to support International male modeling pageants?
A:If it’s an international pageants and the candidate is representing a country.
Government of particular country should support them in terms of expenses and other promotions hence the whole country can pray for the win.

Q:Who is your inspiration ?
A:No particular person but yes ,my inspiration is any person who’s doing good work from the heart in this earth is my inspiration.

Q:Are you a day person or a night person ?
A I am an Actor,director, producer of (A B Stories)and story writer ,being an creative person I am getting all good creativity especially in the nights.
You call me night person but I don’t go to late night parties.

Q:Given an opportunity to work with any world leader whom will it be ?
A:Being an actor I would like to work with Bollywood,director Vivek Agnihotri.

HOURS TO GRADUATION FOR 25 MODELS

More than 25 models will be graduating on the 1st of October at Truth Models Academy.
The graduation ceremony will be hosted at Number 36,Aweir Road,Hillside Bulawayo,from 17.00hrs to 21.30hrs.

The theme of the event is,High Fashion Black Tie .

The patron of the agency,Pardon Khaya described the class of 2022 as game changers of the modeling industry with a bright future.
“The 2022 Class is a class of all stars watch out for these kids as they will change the game in the modeling sector,”he said.
The graduation ceremony is expected to be graced by fashionistas,designers and arts from other sectors of the arts industry. While Mzoe 7 will be among artists who will be entertaining the guests .

The Agency has in the past set a record of giving birth of models who have managed to win national,regional and international titles .
For example,the agency has given birth to at least two title holders of Mister Zimbabwe,1st runner up Vincent Gutuza and Mzwandile.
also this Saymore Machoni won Best Fitness and also he has represented the country at the Man of the Earth and winning a number of titles at Mister Heritage top 2 Photogenic Award,top 2 Best Runway,3rd Position at Best In Overall Presentation,Best In Swim wear third position and Best In anational Costume top 4.

The Abangane Platform is a mental health support group that disseminates information from mental health experts to the general public about various issues on the topic of mental health issues.

The word Abangane is a Ndebele word that means friends. It stems from the idea that the Abangane platform seeks to create a safe place for young people to fully express themselves on the issues affecting them such as unemployment; lack of access to proper recreation access; drugs and substance abuse; unhealthy family dynamics which we believe affect an individual’s mental health drastically.

Their main role is to strive to empower survivors and victim of mental health disorders along with their family members to lead healthier lives.

On account of the silence and general ignorance towards the issue of mental health within the country, the program helps make mental health services more accessible to the youth through vital information that has proved to be scarce in the Zimbabwean culture climate.

Abangane was founded in May 2021 after our Founder Zibusiso Munandi a mental health advocate realized the gap that existed in the Community due to lack of information surrounding Mental Health hence the stigma and discrimination he received because of his own mental health condition leading to the birth of Abangane Platform.
Thursday they have discussions usually have Mental Health expects who delve into various topics around mental health. Also they have referrals to expects for those who want one on one with an expect.

The organization has appointed,reigning Mister Africa International Zimbabwe,Mark Mabwe as one of their brand ambassadors.

Mabwe who is an advocate for, mental health awareness among men in his country and across the continent for men to speak and share their problems.
Has been working hand in hand with other mental health support groups,such as the ‘Boychild Project’ which is headed by Shadel Noble.

Recently every month Zimbabwe has recorded,suicide number of cases that have been committed by men and Abangane along with Mister Africa International Zimbabwe are working together to open up a platform for men to speak out.

Contact Abangane at +263 77 357 6590

FROM AFRICA TO EUROPE-MULTI TALENTED ARTIST SPREAD HIS WINGS

Kwanele Finch who is Model and International Choreographer is now based in Amsterdam has been working in the past month and the following month with Afrovibes Festival and the Thami Mnyele Foundation. As a dancer and model, he has has managed to combine the two into a groundbreaking and International carreer. He just finished a stunning performance at The Influenczart Festival which was hosted by another Award Winning Choreographer Nelisiwe Xaba who had invited Kwanele to be a part of the event.

“Dance means a lot to me and since I was a young child I have always watched dancers on TV and wanted to be like the one day. I am in the best time of my carreer now and I feel this is just a stepping stone for what is to come. Being in Amsterdam allows me to focus on my work, I am so honored to recieve the Residency Award after artists like Zanele Muholi. I am making my country proud,”he said.

As he is heading to Mister Africa Internation 2022 this is what he said,when it comes to his preparation.

“I have been training at the gym and the studio since this week and I am ready to be a apart of this event and project. I am booked at the Ezzaki Gym in Amsterdam and doing cross training. I am also getting a lot of time doing research and making new projects for 2023,”he said.

He also provided an advise to young people who are having passion into ,modelling but are still battling to come out from heir nests.

“If you want to do dance or music or modeling, then do it. Believe in yourself, take the first step and you will end up in big stages. Yes, I am not lying. That’s what I told my self from a young age and I never stopped . So can you! ,”advised Kwanele.

HOW I AM PREPARING FOR MY JOURNEY TO DUBAI ?

Just a month ago congratulations messages were being conveyed to,Darlington Tshuma a Bulawayo based model after he won Mister Super Globe Zimbabwe.
In an exclusive interview with him,he reveals some of his thoughts why he was anointed as the King of the night.He also tells us about how his preparing fof his journey to Dubai.

Q:A brief on who is Darlington Tshuma?
A: My name is Darlington Tshuma aged 24 years old and I am a model and currently studying mining geology at Zimbabwe school of mines. Also being Mr Zimbabwe school of mines 2022.

Q:One might ask why did you participated in the pageant
?
A: I participated in the pageant to show case my talent in modeling .

Q.Since the day you won the title how has your life and your career in the modeling sector changed?
A: Since I won the title my life has changed because now I have more responsibility in my hands that I have to look after .
As someone who’s still studying it’s very difficult to balance both school work and modeling but I have been trying my best to contain the pressure by doing time management.
Also by winning this tittle has given me opportunity to meet up with big models in the industry.
I have been meeting with big models in the industry discussing the challenges that they are facing in the industry also giving me some advices on how to use the tittle effectively.

Q:Why do you believe you were choosen by the judges as the winner?
A: The judges choosed me as the winner because they so the potential in me that I will bring the crown home as i will be representing our nation.

Q:You are taking part in an international pageant can you tell us more about the pageant and how you are preparing?
A: I will be representing our nation in Dubai .
I have started preparing for the pageant by doing my rehearsals every day so that i perfect in everything. I went to consult the judges that were there on the judging panel to tell me my mistakes so that i perfect on that to bring the crown home.

Q:Who is your inspiration?
A: There are a lot of people who inspire me in the modeling industry the people like Pardon Khaya (Truthmodels Accademy coach) and Ben Chest .

Q:What is your take on the issue that the boy child global is not empowered when it comes to modelling?
A: On the issue of boy child not being empowered when it comes to modelling i would like to say it’s true because many pageants they are for girl child. I think pageants should also include boy child.

Q:Are you planning to take part in any pageant international or regional?
A: .I’m not planning to take parts in any pageant soon .

Q:Any words to those who are supporting your work?
A: .I would like to appreciate the people who support me thank you so much family keep on supporting me until we bring the crown home.
I would also like to thank the people like Pardon Khaya ,Henry Phiri and Hellen Mlambo for the support they give me and not forgetting my school Zimbabwe school of Mines.

City of Kings and Queens is ready to coronate it’s King,who will be endorsed to represent the province at the country’s biggest  pageant,Mister Zimbabwe finals.

In an exclusive interview with the director of Mister Bulawayo,Pardon Khaya stated out that, registration is now open to the aspiring Mister Bulawayo.

However everyone is given the opportunity to audition as there is no criteria.

“We will choose contestants based on them being a Bulawayo Citizen.We won’t have height and body criteria hence we edge everyone to attend,”he said.

Khaya added that,they (the organizers) are looking forward in having a long list when it comes to candidate registration.

The title holder of Mr Bulawayo will become the Royal City’s brand ambassador.

Despite the pageant seeking for at least the only one title holder of Mister Bulawayo, the organizers will also be seeking for a runner up who join the title winner in representing the province together at Mister Zimbabwe .

Khaya said they are hoping for several stakeholders from across the province to come on board and assist in  building a bright future for the boy child in the province’s modeling sector .

“Mr Bulawayo will be the City’s brand ambassador  and we are working on making him the biggest ambassador.

“We would like to get the City council involved along with other companies both private and public,”said Khaya.

Since the title,Mr Zimbabwe was introduced in the country’s modeling industry. 

Only one model,from the Royal city has managed to win the throne Shadel Noble.

While other candidates have won Brand Ambassador and first Runner up titles.

Mr Bulawayo director has promised the City of Bulawayo,that the throne will return to the Royal City as the modeling industry in the city has developed.

“We are bringing the crown home as we have revived the Bulawayo Models Association meaning the City Giants are working together now,”said Khaya.

KING NKOSY ,TALKS ABOUT THE BENEFITS OF ATTENDING THE 4TH EDITION OF THE DANDY GENTLEMEN

King Nkosinathi who is Zimbabwe’s reigning Mister Zimbabwe is among the guests in Zimbabwe’s 4th edition
fashion movement thd Dandy Gentlemen,which is set to be held in the city of Bulawayo thid Saturday.In a conversation with the King,he provides hints on what the show will look like and what will be the benefits for every gentlemen to take part in this movement.

Q:Nkosi thank you for your time ,how has your reign as Mister Zimbabwe been so far ?
A: Being Mister Zimbabwe has definitely come with its own ups and downs, I love being Mister Zimbabwe, I mean who wouldn’t. It definitely has opened up doors of opportunities.

Q:What has been the best moment of your journey since you won the title?
A: Going back home and telling my parents that I had made it. That I, a regular Zimbabwean child, had won the title
Mr Zimbabwe. Their hugs and ululations and seeing their joy. That’s something no one can take away.

Q:As a king we know you face some challenges what are some of the challenges that you faced and managed to conquer?
A: My biggest challenge is having to live up to the weight of the title.
Having people in the industry who look up to me to withhold the industries standards; and even the children out there looking at me as their role model.
It can be a little too much for anyone mentally.

Q:Are you happy with the state of the male modeling industry of your country?
A:No. Male models are being undermined and undervalued.
They are not given the respect they deserve as creative professionals which is evident in the way contracts are breached and the compensation for our services.

Q:You are currently taking part at the Men’s Dandy Fashion Show why is this show important to men especially models?
A: The Dandy Men is a movement to create safe spaces for men in our society where they can be themselves, be expressive in clothing, redefine masculinity and address issues of mental health.
This is important to male models because we face mental health issues that come with being exposed to kind-unkind world of the Internet. We’ve been through thick and thin and we made it out alive. we hope to guide those who are struggling mentally through this space.

Q:Do you believe what you wear determines your attitude?
A: Yes. Any nice tailored suit would make anyone feel like they can take on the world.

Q:Who is your style muse?
A: I’m more diverse. Each style has its own muse: from formal to casual to avant-garde.

Q:Aside from visiting the City of Kings and Queens at the Dandy Show. What are your major plans before you leave your office?
A: Connecting with all the models within reach and leaving a legacy for the next generation.

Q:What words do you have to someone who is still thinking if they can attend the Men’s Dandy Fashion ?
A: Everyone is welcome to attend the fashion show. It’s a great space to unwind, connect and network.

CITY OF KINGS AND QUEENS TO HOST DANDY GENTLEMEN’s 4th EDITION

Dandy Men’s genetleman is currently, Zimbabwe’s most spoken fashion movement in Southern Africa’s landlocked country.

Last year the movement went on hold due to the Covid 19 pandemic as the government of Zimbabwe had to place restrictions to crab the spread of the Covid 19 pandemic.
Among the laws that were applied was to ban both public and private gatherings and the Dandy Gentlemen was under that sector.
However this might have played a major role in controlling the Covid 19 pandemic,it didnt prevent classic,vintage and fashion lovers to prepare their costumes for the second edition of Dandy Gentleman.

The movement was founded by Anesu Mhembere prominently known in the world of fashion as Minister of Whitelinen who teamed up with fashion and model icon, Ben Chest and Erasmus Wutawunashe&Taropofadzwa Mudzingwa.

Minister of Whitelinen stated out ,that the event which last year commerced first in the capital of Zimbabwe,Harare is making a twist this year as the 4th edition will start in the city of Kings and Queens.
Part of the reasons of having the movement’s second edition starting in Bulawayo,its because it will go hand in hand with the LADIES VOGUE .
Ladies vogue is a similar movement with the men’s Dandy Gentlemen,although this will be the launch of the Ladies Vogue in Bulawayo.

“This Year we started with Bulawayo because we because on the very same day we are launching VogueLadies, which is a similar movement for the ladies,”informed Minister Whitelinen.

Minister , further added that this year the event will not only focus towards fashion however at the mental health of every gentleman hence its themed, “MENTAL HEALTH”.

” This Year the flashmob will be different in the sense that it is not only focusing on cultivating a fashion consciousness within our blackmen community but also it is clearly themed “Mental Health” to add value to the man figure rather than just motivate him fashion wise,”said
Minister Whitelinen.

The event is scheduled to take part on the 24th of September,with activities such as the fashion runway show,street parades and discussions .

Minister of Whitelinen:

“Theme Mental Health : Men form the base of any community even as God designed and gave them a masculinity as strength to stand for their families and community. When the men is affected and his masculinity is taken away in most cases his environment is in jeopardy. We are here driving a mental health awareness which is a part of the man that has been affected a lot by global changes, modern society pressures, the recent lockdown and other threatening circumstances. There is need to encourage men to seek mental health healing and create a platform for them to network and receive mental and emotional support from their fellow men and specialist. In the past season it is evident that men have been victims of suicide, committers of crimes of passion and some even suffered domestic violence.The community however has given the girl child so much attention forgetting that the men also plays a big role in the community and we are here to cover that gap.“