Probably you have been seeing some of TJ Simende’s trending Pictures on social media platforms.One of the things that we noticed,from the award winning model is how he has fell in love with the ‘dusty’ pink.Who said pink is for girls, Pink is also for boys .Below are some of his pics,don’t forget to follow him at his Instagram handle:Instagram: @tj_simende
FB: TJ Simende
PhotoCred: @fifthportrait (Craig)
MODEL OF THE MONTH -Profile
Name : Clever Mutero.
Nickname: onlykleva.
Age: 23.
City/Country: Zimbabwe.
Agency : topmodelzim.
Modelling Sector: Runway, Pageantry & Commercial.Events/shows: N/ABrand Ambassador/Commercial adverts: Mudhuri Clothing Brand, Appeared on 3 local short films.
Titles & Awards: Mr Personality and 1st Prince Kwekwe expo 18’, Second Prince Mr kwekwe 18’, Mr Kwekwe 19’, Mr Techo Mobile 19’,
Besides model I am : Designer, Self taught Software Engineer.
Aspiring : To be the new Mr Africa Universe the I’ll consider my career to have started.
The brand CQ,is an international fashion brand founded by Zimbabwe’ international designer,Cyril Gopoza.
The founder of the brand is planning to take his fashion house to international platforms.
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Popularly known as one of South Africa’s sexiest models,Kwanele Thusi, is in a quest in representing his country at Mr Africa International 2021.
In an exclusive interview with Kwanele , he gives an insight about the modelling industry during the COVID 19 pandemic,also we learn more about how Kwanele managed to be part of the Mr Africa International 2021 participates.
Check out the brief Interview .
Q:When did you decided “Okay this is it,I am going to contest in representing South Africa in “Mister Africa International 2021”?A:haha ,well it was very impromptu decision .I have always been on the lookout in working with International brands and when I was tagged in one of the post. I saw this as a sign.Fourtunately.Africa International organisers messaged me back and informed me that I was selected amongst many other enteries. I still cannot believe this is happening!.
Q:How much of your input do you add to achieve the result of your modelling career?
A:I work with an amazing team of photographers,content planners and managers.Although,I have a say on where the brand needs to go but at the end of the day ,it’s a team collaborated effort to take the brand far in the world …
Q:If you win the title,Mister Africa International,how is the boy child going to benefit from your achievement?
A:If I win the pageant,the boy child will benefit by getting access to knowledge and opportunities for employment.I am a leader in my own country and well known for doing projects with young children in terms of providing space for learning and employment.
Q:How has it changed due to the COVID 19 pandemic?
A:The industry has had,to adapt to the New ways of doing things such as introduction to the Technology and Digital Spaces.So it’s been a great challenge as not all of us are able to make the changes.But I am hoping that,young models can get the knowledge such as learning how to take good videos to send ,to clients
Q:Laslty besides,Mister Africa International what are you eyeing on in the Modelling industry and should we expect any new motivational book?
A:Yes my book psychology of a post pandemic mind comes out later this year.Currently it’s only on audio.I also have a new clothing range coming soon.You can catch me on your screens on ‘Showmax‘ ,on a show called ‘The Art of Survival ‘ and another show.I cannot reveal at the moment .Besides this ,we are hosting an international Dance Music and fitness Festival in partnership with ‘CID‘
Q: BRIEFLY CAN YOU TELL US ABOUT WHO YOU ARE AND YOUR HISTORY IN THE WORLD OF FASHION?
A:I am Serge Kabisoso Co-Founder of the brand FWB Africa &an international Model by Profession for over 10 years now and also running FWB (Fashion Without Borders) for almost 7 years now both in RSA and Botswana.
