From her appointment by the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) as its Regional Champion for East and Southern Africa to bagging a partnership with retail giant, Woolworths for her diverse swimwear collection, ‘Imbe’, Shudufhadzo Musida has reached remarkable heights after her reign as Miss South Africa 2020.
With a passion for philanthropy and the desire to better women’s lived experiences, Tebogo Mphahlele aspires to be at the forefront of building our nation one positive initiative at a time. Multi-hyphenate, the pageant model holds an Accounting degree from the University of Johannesburg and aspires to become a Chartered Accountant, something she is actively working towards.
Luxury hair business founder and digital creator Ronewa Khangale, popularly known as Cindy Khan is the epitome of a boss babe. Hailing from a small town in Venda, Limpopo, the 22-year-old is an example of what happens when tenacity meets discipline and determination. Having founded her brainchild, Luna Lux Hair at the tender age of 19 years old, the young entrepreneur is a girl on a mission to build an empire and attain mogul status in the business world.
Lifestyle and beauty digital creator Landzy Gama is a travel enthusiast who believes in creating beautiful memories and capturing every moment. Over the years, the social media influencer has been consistent in using her digital platforms to create engaging and refreshing content for her audience. This has garnered her over 80,000 subscribers on YouTube, popularly known as the “Gama Gang”, as well as over 100,000 followers on Instagram.
The modelling industry is evolving and inclusivity is at the core of this formidable revolution. Though there is still progress to be made, it is essential to continuously celebrate the shapeshifters at the forefront of presenting an idiosyncratic and much-needed broader perspective of what is deemed beautiful. One such trailblazer is 26-year-old fashion model, Nontobeko Mbuyazi, affectionately known as Ntobe.
While the multitalented media star is exposed to so many luxurious things that life can throw at you, there are just a few things that have made his Most favourite Things list that are super special to him – like his dear mama and jewelry. The star lets us in a little bit more on his ultimate favourite things list.…
Meet the dynamic fashionista duo, Tsiko & Thiko Mudau, identical twins who are not just fashion and lifestyle influencers, but also STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) enthusiasts with thriving careers. Tsiko, better known as Neaco is a UX Designer, while Thiko better known as Camello is a Digital Project Manager. Together, they are set to launch their groundbreaking brand, Matchbox Studios which will take the fashion industry by storm.
For many of us, the dawn of spring is the perfect time to refresh our wardrobes and beauty cabins, whether that means weeding out what no longer feels relevant or testing out new trends. The spring 2023 runways brought plenty of inspiration, from sheer fabrics at Tory Burch to fringe decals at Michael Kors. Meanwhile, the street style looks brought each spring trend to life, showing us how to wear cardigans, tote bags, and miniskirts for every day. In the case of our Fashion Editor, Thobeka Mbane, the inclination to add more quiet luxury this season is undeniable.
As South Africa embraces the vibrancy of Women’s Month, there’s no better time to celebrate the remarkable talent, tenacity, and multifaceted brilliance of Nandi Madida. With a CV that boasts hosting multiple Global Citizen concerts across the globe, releasing chart-topping music, a Beyonce-collaboration, and partnerships with the biggest luxury brands on the planet – there can be no debate that Nandi Madida is one of the most gifted talents of our generation. And she is only getting started!
Award-winning Afro Hip Hop artist and reality TV star Gigi Lamayne does not need an introduction. From collaborating with African music giants such as Khuli Chana and Kwesta to starring in MTV’s “Love & Hip Hop South Africa”, Gigi has earned her stripes as an entertainment industry heavyweight. Showcasing her boundless musicality, the rap queen recently released a dance track titled “Menzi Ngubane”, featuring Lady Du, Robot Boii, Ntosh Gazi and Mustbedubz. As an artist, Gigi Lamayne’s life is filled with incredible experiences and opportunities. The rap queen shared the top ten things that bring joy and fulfilment to her existence.