SHADEL LAUNCHES HIS CHARITY/COMMUNITY PROJECT

At least more than 16 countries are preparing for the Mister African International pageant.Among those countries that are preparing to take part in Africa’ biggest male pageant which is expected to be hosted in September at Ivory Coast.Is Eryvaldo Dos Reis De Sousa, model who is going to represent Angola.Q’Winning Mr Angola it has paved way for you to participate at Mister Africa International. What does it mean to you?
A: It’s such a honor to me and it’s very huge to me to be able to represent my country in taking part in this contest, I’ve got a large responsibility to make my country proud.

Q:What sets you apart from other models?
A: I think the morals and values my grandparents taught me while I was growing up is the greatest thing that sets me apart from other models because it has helped me to live in any environment with different people of different cultures.

Q:What should be expected from you as Mister Angola when it comes to working with Community?
A: As Mister Angola i intend to do my best to impact lots of lives within the community with the help of my committee.

Q:If you win Mister Africa International what will be your top 5 objectives ?
A: take my time in giving back to my community by taking part in activities which can bring development to the community
help upcoming models to reach their dreams .

Q:What changed do you think should be applied to improve the Africa’s modelling industry ?
A:More awareness should be given to parents to support their children in their talents.
More support from the government and other companiesQ:Who is your Inspiration?
A: My inspiration in life is my mom I admire her for kindness,good heart and the way she carries herself she always keeps a positive attitude no matter what she’s facing.
She’s my pillar ,rock and role model.

Q:How prepared are you for the Mister Africa International pageant?
A: To be honest this is a huge peagent and but I believe I am a person who likes taking risks so I am well prepared for this new experience

Q:Kindly provide your bio and history background in the modelling industry
A: I’m Eryvaldo Dos Reis De Sousa
I’m 26 years old
Bachelor degree Graduate in Petroleum Engineering
I’ve worked as free lancer model for four years and this is my third year as a professional model signed under a modeling agency in my country

1:Adonis Ncube is the first,Zimbabwean from Matabeleland South province to win the title ,Mr Zimbabwe

2:He catwalked at his first International fashion show wearing American designer Claron Leonard at Mpumalanga Fashion and Design Week.He has catwalked in fashion weeks such as:Zimbabwe Fashion Week;Edgar’s Extravaganza; September Fashion Week etc.

3:His a commercial brand ambassador for exclusive brands:Edgars,Jet,Econet,AMFFI,Innscor etc.

4:Adonis is a Multi-Award winning model.Among the awards he has won include: Best Commercial Model 2017/18/21,Editorial Model 2021.

Zambian male models are among other African male models who are fighting for recognition in the map of modelling.

Among those models who are advocating for equality in the modelling industry,in Zambia is Pitita jimmy,he tells us about the importance of confidence in the world of modelling.

Q:How is Zambia’s modelling industry taken?A: Modelling is a career and a lot of Zambian have not put in much effort cause everyone feel they own the industry but with time all will be will .

Q:What would you do as Mr Man of The World Zambia for your community?A:I would do a lot of things for young people because I know ,I will have people to work and fund in all the projects I have for the young and vision

Q:What titles would you like to contest in Zambia’s pageant?A:To be first-ever Mr Zambia

Q:What advise do you have to other Zambian models?A:I can just say they need to understand that it’s not a child’s play to take part but much efforts.Just present yourself as a person human confidence and FOCUS

Q:What makes your work to be unique?A:Because I do me and I am me.

Q:What words do you have for other models?A:Everything just praying for more opportunities.

Q:Your favourite motto ?A:I aspire to inspire before I expire. am just me you will find out later.

Q:Who is your Inspiration?A:Pitita Jimmy inspires me cause his a best version of him…. remember FOCUS IS THE MAIN WORD .

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Q:Can you describe the filling of being in the ramp as a runway model and not in the pageantry ?
A. The feeling of being a model is a nice one, to me it’s more like I’ve got my face all over the place; not just that alone but for the fact that i can now live my dream of becoming one.

Q:What was your favourite moment during the Nigerian Men’s Fashion WEEK ?A. My friend moment was when I showcased for the first time in my life, because I had never done such before.

Q:Whose designs did you wore during the eventA.House of Temmy

Q:As a model what do you think the fashion show has done to improve the male models lifestyle?A. I don’t know about other however for me it has made me to be more confident and also made me to be outstanding.

Q:Which other fashion shows are you hoping to take part in as a model ?A. Many more. Both nationally and internationally.

Q:You took part in Mister Teen Nigeria was it part of your dreams to take part in both pageant and runway fashion events?A. It wasn’t my dream to be into pageantry but I needed it as a boost to be in the modeling world. And also to showcase my runway skills.

Q:Who is your Inspiration in the modelling industry ?A. Emmanuel Umoh Mister Africa International
Alton Mason
Afolabi Vincent
And many more, those are just few.

Q:Was this event your first runway fashion show and what did you benefit ?A. Yes it was
And my benefit was to be PERSISTENT and AVAILABLE. With those attributes you’ll be at the front row for sure.

MODEL OF THE MONTH -DEVSON LUZANE

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Name :Devson Luzane
Nickname:Trigga
Age:24
City/Country:Gweru/Zimbabwe

Modelling Sector:pageantry,commercial, editorial,photogenic,fitness and promotional .

Events/shows:Mr Novice (2019),Mr Zimbabwe 2020

Brand Ambassador/Commercial adverts: Edgars;Wakedfield Lodge;Jet;Spa;Senditoo;Ndelence fashion .

Titles:Mr Novince (March) 2019,Mr Zimbabwe 2020,Mr Africa International Zimbabwe 2021.
– 2nd Position Mr Popularity Instagram (Mister Africa International 2021)
-2nd Position Mr Popularity Facebook (Mister Africa International 2021)

Aspiring:To be the newly coronoted Mr Africa International 2021

Q.You are part of the winners of the ‘best bodygod’, why is fitness modeling so important to you?A:For a very long time I didn’t know what my purpose in life was. I have chased different career lines ranging from medicine, to banking job (2 years experience) to even lecturing as a fresh university graduate.I never attempted the military because of some past experiences. I realized what I wanted to be during my NYSC camp orientation, where everyone already knew where they fitted in, in regards to camp activities, I was handpick to join calisthenics.It was weird at first because I was slim yet picked amongst other thicker guys. During the course of the trainings for presentation, I found out this was something I did with so much passion that’s where I decided I should go into fitness not even as a career but for fun. Somehow, with so much more effort and dedication down the line I’m now a fitness trainer.After going into fitness journey, I realized that modeling which was an afterthoughts was something i could pursue. So far receiving positive feedbacks from people has inspired me to take on the challenges that modelling presents.
I did my research on what it might take to be an outstanding model, height, physique, charisma, character, interpersonal communication skill. And i constantly trained myself with dedication, consistency to match these criteria while waiting for an opportunity to present itself.The drive to be a model is what made me transform my physique into what it is now. I may lack the technical know how on what it takes to be a model because I haven’t officially worked as one, but I’m confident that I’m up to the task even if it means learning on the job. I see myself progressing because it is more of passion for me than a means of survival.Aside from the physical attributes which was consciously built. It’s the satisfaction I got from modeling for myself. The satisfaction that came with being a symbol of dedication, hardwork, hope, patient, consistency, discipline and commitment And That’s not something you can buy. It’s passion.

Q:what influenced you to take part in Mister Ideal Nigeria?A:Aside from the fame and fortune it comes with secondarily.My primary inspiration is self expression.
Expressing myself and conveying messages in a way that people can relate with, letting them know that they aren’t alone in whatever it is they are dealing with.My inspiration is inherent.Basically my goal as a model is to serve, to have an amplified voice that reaches those who are finding it difficult to stay fit, those who are battling with low esteem letting them know that they can be whatever they want to be as long as they are ready to work for it.I choose Mr Ideal Nigeria because I see her as the perfect platform to build my modeling career and express myself in the light that I may inspire others to lead a fit and healthy life.

Q: During Mister Ideal Nigeria competition what lessons have you learnt..A:So far I have learnt not to underestimate your competition which are other contestants, I have learnt patience, I have learnt this competition is designed to push you to leave your comfort zone which is acceptable because that’s the only condition for growth, I have learnt to give my best regardless of whatever situation I’m personally going through.Last but not the least, I have learnt that the best way to go through it is to grow through it…

Q: What are some of the obstacles that you have faced during the competition?A:Managing my time.
We have been given a series of tasks with deadlines, I mean aside from competing for Mr ideal Nigeria, we have other responsibilities such as job, work, family etc so combining both has been challenging.Lastly, Funds
Photoshoots, video shoots, outfits, healthy looks are all taken into consideration to deliver the best on the tasks given.

Q: Name your top 5 favourite countires you would live to visit?A:1) Germany
2) South Africa
3) Spain
4) France
5) United State of America

Q:Besides a fashion fitness and runway model, what else does Samuel do?A:Well I’m a Farmer, I’m into animal husbandry as I rare rabbits for meats and pet.Also i supply plant farmers with rabbit droppings to use as Manure.Aside this, I’m also a post graduate student in University of Calabar. I have me MS.c in view in Animal and environmental physisology.Lastly, I’m also a massuer. From deep tissue to Swedish massage and even though I’m learning on the job, this is something I enjoy doing.

Q:How would I describe myself in 4 words?A:Resilient, consistent, Committed and Focused

1:Shadel is a Former Mister Zimbabwe 2019 title holder

2:He is a Member of the National Basketball Team Oiler’s

3:Between Cats and Dogs .He would select a Dog
Hence he has his own.

4:He became the first model to win,The Outstanding Bulawayo Model award twice.

5:Among the awards he has won are:
-Male Best Outstanding Award BAAzw
-Best Outstanding Award BAAzw
Best International Award In Zambia
-People’s Choice Award (Zimbabwe Models Awards)
-top model Zimbabwe Best male model
-Matabeleland fashion week Best Male Model

6:His known as the King of Runway as he has participated in numerous fashion shows across the African Region .

7:Did you know he became the first Zimbabwean to lead models during the SA men’s wear week at the ramp in 2018 and 2019.Hence they call him the King of Runway.

8:His the first Zimbabwe male model to contest for the Mister Globe title,which is also his first International pageant.

9:Did you know that,fashion and sports runs in his family veins.As her mother is a former model And national team play and his Dad is in the hall of fame in Zimbabwe’s sports

10:Favourite Meal sea food

When 25 year old,Okafor Abel Ugochukwu entered the modelling industry he had eyed in becoming one of the best fitness models to dominate the fitness industry.
Okafor is taking part at Mister Ideal Nigeria,which is one of the prominent male modelling pageants in the country, he became one of the winners of ‘Bodygod’ competition .
In an interview he peels up details about his journey in the modelling industry and during Mister Africa International .

Q:You are part of the winners of the Best Bodygod,why is fitness modelling so important to you ?
A:Fitness modeling is so important to me because that is the sector I have passion for while growing up.I have been in fitness for 8years now and hence I can’t do without it and I saw this opportunity as the best option to showcase all I got.
The important part is that I tend to build more weaker people on how to manipulate their weaknesses on how to be that perfect self to which they admire from others.

Q: What influenced you to take part in Mister Ideal Nigeria the 12th ?
A:What influenced me in the joining the Mr Ideal Nigeria’s 12th pageant.I saw the post on IG and I had to pick it up on myself as a priority that I can do better and what I have is not only meant for me but I can bring it forth to more acknowledge of people within and out that’s why I applied to be one of the contestants and I was lucky enough to be selected.And I have been active ever since then with each task being given to us.

Q:Through out your journey during Mister Ideal Nigeria competition what lessons have you learnt ?
A:Throughout this events and during online tasks,I believe five things which are:
1:believing in one’s self is the rightful decision one can ever take.
2:take of corrections from a superior or committee is careful
3:believing and seeing are the best in what you do without caring about what others say about ur decisions..
4:Mr deal Nigeria is all about giving your all because that’s the only thing that counts as your elevator.For I know how many times I have been called for some imperfect video or photos of me but I never gave up..
5:Lastly one being able to bring forth a picture that perfects oneself ,because we first get neglected when we under rate what we can do,because one always gets to be positive for his ways to be made.

Q:What are some of the obstacles that you have faced during the competition ?A:The obstacles are much but these six are the key one’s
1:Firstly my studies compiling my final year defends and examination with the competition and my exams are meant to be starting on the 17th of this month.
2:Lack of funds not being financially stable as a student that I’m and equally not having much to do out here to sustain myself..
3: lack of communication .
4:Emotionally I have been wounded by people who I, call my own some have been against me when I started all this.5:Being persuasive that am wasting my time,,but I always put it to them there’s nothing ain’t worth giving a try.6:Being biased at first ,I was biased I was seeing myself like I wasn’t going to do better until it all start and people getting to recommend me gave me more power to stand out firm and strong on it.

Q:Name you top 5 favourite countries you would like to visit ?A:I love and so much appreciate these countries bases, on their preference and recognization of man’s efforts to survive..
UK
Cyprus
CANADA
Poland
Zimbabwe

Q: Besides being a fitness and runway model I am also…
A:A student
A male hairstylist
A fitness trainer and one of the officially bouncers of the state to which I’m right now.
And Business minded equally .

Q:Where do you see your modelling career in the future of modelling?A: The future of modeling goes a long way because I tend and wish to be the best in what I do and assignment I am given to do in the field of modeling ,because that’s the only thing that can bring a greater and good exposure to me ..
Equally I see my future career as one that will bring me to the dreams that I have been seeking else where and greater achievement from it to help others out and my words being of good motives to the weak,,I tend to be a great influencer with this passion of mine.