All Is Set For House Of Wal 's 'Winter Fashion Collection.

The House of Wall which is made up of artists from various departments such as photographers,makeup artists,creative writers,videographers,models,singers etc.Is to host its winter collection fashion show.

The winter collection event is to be held on the 27th of May at Hope Centre in Bulawayo;Zimbabwe.
Designers from the House of Wall who include:Clix clothing,Chantel Clothing,Just Vintage by Renee Seckel,
Ngugi  by Nokulunga and City of Kings local designers who include Niki.J Bags and Hefe are scheduled to showcase their designs during the show.
According to one of members of House of Wal,Chantel said the main mandate of the event is to grow,support local especial for designers.
"The main reason for this particular event is to grow,support and give a platform to designers who need an extra push to be known and to be able to reach more potential clients on,"said Chantel.
Chantel further said the collection that she will showcase,it will be a winter wear that appeals to sassy,elegant and stylish woman.
Local models are believed to be one of the people who are to benefit,during the show as some of the audiences who will grace the event are promoters of the fashion and modelling industry in Zimbabwe.
Arthur C. Evans,Thandi Muringa,Arts Promoter Gilmore Tee and Donna N radio presenter.
House of Wal is a brainchild of Cleedon Lotriet who is the owner of Clix Clothing and Lucky owner of the Unknown source.
 

By Tapiwa Rubaya

What Is The Main Role Of Modelling Agencies?

 

Modelling industry is seen as an important sector in Africa.However the key players in the modelling industry,who are the models have been lamenting towards many issues which include : not getting paid after modelling during the show,establishment of 'bogus' modelling agencies and pageants.

Zimbabwe is one of the countries in the African continent which is facing challenges in its modelling industry.

Ms Princess Mercy the founder of the Zimbabwe Image Consultant T/A explains the relationship between models and the modelling agencies.She also elaborates some reasons why the Zimbabwean modelling industry is facing challenges.

Q:Take use to your modelling background
A:I started modelling at the age of 16,when Gamuchirai of Silhouette model agency scouted me in town.That's when I began my modelling career.In 1993 I went to Pretoria to advance my career in modelling for one year.
I competed in a few competitions and I have shared the stage with legends such as Linah Zinyama,Nina Rynas,etc.

Q:Zimbabwe Image Consultant T/A is your modelling agency.State some models who are under your wings?
A:Malaika Mushandu,Rumbidzai Mudzengere,Clara Kudzai Matenga,Emily kachote,Melgin Tafirenyika,Tawanda Marere etc.

Q:Are there legal laws or is there a constitution on how model agencies operate in Zimbabwe?
A:when we started operating we registered with NAC but after 3years they distanced themselves from our industry and at the moment we don't have any.
We hope something will be done so that our industry will be appreciated in the society.

Q:Do you believe that a constitution on how modelling agencies should operate needs to be drafted?
A:Yes I believe NAC (National Arts Council) or the Ministry of Tourism should create a department that look into it.

Q:Does your model management sign anyone who wants to be a model?
A:Yes we sign in models,however before accepting them.We ask the model to produce a certificate of grooming and department if they don't have we encourage them to get trained first.

Q:What is the importance in attending modelling classes?
A:Every profession needs training so that a person can understand the industry.Models are employed to represent brands and our duty as an agency is to make sure that every model has the mandate  to protect a brand that they represent.

Q:Can one become a model without any modelling academic qualifications?
A:Its happening here in Zimbabwe,that is why we are experiencing a lot of scandals in our industry.In other countries companies don't take models who are not signed with an agency.

Q:Recently this year a number of models movements rose and challenged modelling agencies/companies and designers. etc against the ill-treatment they are doing to the models...What was you take of these movements?
A:I am happy that we have people who are concerned about the ill-treatment of models in the country and who are willing to stand against any form of abuse.
We have advertising agencies that are misrepresenting companies and are using models for free.

Q:What is the disadvantage of being a freelance model?
A:None payment and lack of knowledge.

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By Tapiwa Rubaya

EXCLUSIVE:AMMFI Top Models Expected To Brighten Up The Tshwane Fashion Festival this May.

 All roads will be leading to the Tshwane Fashion Festival on the 12th of May as the opening of the 2017 Tshwane Fashion Festival will be done.
Badmus from west coast of Africa 'Nigeria';Emmanuel from the Swaziland kingdom;Sesha from Botswana and the Zimbabwean AMMFI prince,Shadel Noble are the four AMMFI models who will grace the event.

Last year 11 models from AMMFI walked at the Tshwane Fashion festival's ramp.
The two day event is going to take place at the capital city of South Africa from the 12th to the 13th of May.More than 30 designers from the mother Africa continent will showcase their designs.
Designers from countries such as the hosting country
South Africa,Zimbabwe,Swaziland,Malawi,Ivory Coast etc will attend the event.    
                 




While 80 models including AMMFI models are going to catwalk during the event.
Samuel Marema who is the founder of the AMMFI a group of companies,said on behalf of AMMFI they are honoured to be part of the Tshwane Fashion Festival.
"Well this will not be our be our first time participating in Tshwane Fashion Festival.We are really excited and feel honoured to be part of the show.
"This year we are returning with a total new group of AMMFI's top models from four different countries:Zimbabwe,Botswana,Nigeria and Swaziland.We hope that they (models) will pick up where the other group left and continue to fly the AMMFI flag even more higher," said Samuel.



Mr Samuel thanked the Tshwane Fashion Festival organisers Bongani Tambo and Esnarth Taylor for allowing the AMMFI models to be part of the models who are to participate during the show.
'Spring Summer' is the event's theme which has been inspired by the vision of the event which is to show fashion lovers what will be trending this coming summer.
The event was founded by Bongani Tambo and
 Esnarth Taylor Nkosi in a purpose to unite Africans and to allow fashion designers to share ideas.
"We introduced the festival so that all Africans can have a chance to meet and share ideas and also to work as one,"said Bongani Tambo.
One of the AMMFI model ambassador,who will grace the event Emmanuel from Swaziland said the event will promote his CV as a model and his also happy to be granted an opportunity to represent AMMFI as an ambassador.




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By Tapiwa Rubaya

ITS A SECOND CHANCE FOR ZIMBABWEAN MODELS TO HEAD TO HOLLYWOOD

 

ITS A SECOND CHANCE FOR ZIMBABWEAN MODELS TO HEAD TO HOLLYWOOD

When it comes to modelling Zimbabwe is one of the countries in the African continent whose modelling talent has reached the international standard,this was proven last year at the WCOPA (World Championship of Performing Arts) in Hollywood.When Timothy Hogo Zimbabwean model ,scoped a number of medals because of his talent in the modelling category.

However two Zimbabwean models Tatenda Ruby Manungo and Shadel Nobel couldn't attend the WCOPA last,this year they were given another chance to showcase their talent.

Africa Fashion Television gives a profile of who the two talented models are in the modelling industry.

 

Shadel Noble

Popularly known in the modelling industry as the young man whom when ever

He walks around the modelling ramp,he leaves fashion fans in awe.The 23 year old model is currently based in the city of Kings and Queens in Zimbabwe has been given another chance by the Zimbabwe Championship of Performaning Arts to represent the country during the WCOPA.

Mr Noble was shold have represented the country during the previous WCOPA last year along with the award winning model Timothy Hogo.

Despite Shadel's determination to be part of the team that would have attended the event last year,his trip was cut short due to financial constraints.However the doors for him to reach Hollywood are not yet closed as he is granted another chance this year.

Shadel Noble said his very honoured to be granted another chance to represent his country Zimbabwe and also the fashion brands AMMFI,'fingers' and house of wall where his an ambassador of those brands.

"I am satinly very honour and excited to get a second chance to be able to represent our country at the WCOPA,representing Fingers which are extremely proud of me and House of Wall and AMMFI under Samuel,"said Shadel.

The 23 year old model said his looking for assistance for his journey to WCOPA which will be hosted in Hollywood this year and the Zimbabwe team needs to depart in June.

"I am looking for assistance to get there (WCOPA) in Hollywood in my travelling expenses, accomodation,uniforms and kit.For sponsorship and more information one can email me for email me for more details: shadelnoble23@gmail.com

Shadel Noble has graced a number of fashion events as a model these include: SA Mens wear week 2017;Intwasa Fashion show (Zim),Jan Jam's wear,I fashion fest (Zim),Ekuruleni (SA),Fashion without Borders (2017 Botswana);Swaziland Fashion week;Mpumalanga Fashion Design week (SA) etc.

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Tatenda Ruby Manungo

'A young ambitious model,whose very enthusiastic and eager to learn new

things'that's what defines Tatenda Manungo.

Tatenda Manungo emerged in the modelling industry during the year 2015 ,

when she started attending modelling lessons at 'Fingers Modelling Agency'

(One of the modelling agencies found in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe.

That same year she was crowned 1st Princess during the fingers modelling management.

This year Miss Manungo walked at the Mpumalanga Fashion Design Week ramp,in South Africa and also has attended fashion events which include I Fashion Fest;ADNP Fashion,Summer Fashion awards (Zim),Intwasa Fashion show etc.

Last year Tatenda was suppose to be represent Zimbabwe as a competitor during the WCOPA (world Championship Of Performing Arts) in Hollywood America under the modelling category.

The young talented model couldn't make it to the event because of lack of financial sponsorship,however this year she was given another chance to showcase his talent at the WCOPA.

Tatenda Manungo said she is seeking for sponsorship for her journey to WCOPA.

"I am in need of financial sponsorship to pay for my flights,team uniform,accommodation etc.Those who like to assist can contact me through my e-mail (tayteboo@gmail.com)",she said.

Miss Manungo is currently doing his A level studies at Girls College in Bulawayo Zimbabwe.She assured her fans that his journey won't affect her studies and she said she hopes to gain new skills during her journey.

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By:Tapiwa