"I HAVEN'T ABANDONED MY KINGDOM' -KING NOBLE"

Shadel Noble who began his career in one of Zimbabwe's renowned agencies 'The Fingers',he knew that he was destined for the crown.
Mr Noble has been prominently known as the King of the runway,currently he is about to adopt a new name the Prince of Commercial model.

Noble  has catwalked in both local and international,shows who include SA Mens Wear Week,Eswatini Fashion Week,Mpumalanga Fashion And Design Week,Fashion Without Borders in Botswana,Tshwane Fashion Festival,Bernard Fashion Show designer (One Mens Show),Intwasa Fashion Show,Matabeleland Fashion Week etc.
From being the King of the runway his success was marked by becoming the first Zimbabwean Model to win an award during Bulawayo Arts Awards in two years consistent ,he also wrote history in Zimbabwe's history by winning an international award in Zambia.
In 2017 he was crowned Mr Zimbabwe which he took the office of the duty since January of 2018 until he handed over his office to the current reigning Mr Zimbabwe.

During his reign,he worked with a number of organisation to improve a better life of his community.
One of his duties in his community was to distribute sanitary wear to those in need of them.
In an interview with Aftv Shadel Noble said that he hasn't abandoned his kingdom which is  the ramp,as he has embarked on his new journey as a commercial model.
He said since he opened a new page in his career this has his life has changed and opened some more opportunities for him.

"Well being part of the commercial industry has opened different doors for me especially when it comes to the modelling industry,as I have been approached by different companies and organisations to work with them.
"In addition I have learnt and gained more knowledge that there is a 'Art' in doing the commercial shoots," stated Noble.
When questioned when he is going back to the ramp,he stated out that there are a number of shows lined up for him.
"Very soon I will be back and I am looking forward to it.One of the shows that I am taking part in this year is Mpumalanga Fashion and Design week,watch out!(giggles)," informed Noble.
He further stated out that he is still the King of The ramp as his talent can speak for him on his behalf.
Shadel Noble has appeared in Edgars  Zimbabwe's billabords with other legendary models since he signed the contract with Edgar's.

Pic credit ORG media

Written by Tapiwanashe Rubaya

From being a Make up Artist To a top model

By ‘God’s WILL’ I see myself where God want me to be I will not rush but go according to  his flow because he has BIGGER plans for me.
Man of many talents that's the description which is suited to be given to Percy Chingini who is well known to many as Percy Blacks.
In an interview Percy Blacks (PB) shares with us his secret behind his success and also he tells us about one of  his upcoming achievements which are to change his career.

TR:Who is Percy Blacks.Briefly tell us about your yourself?
PB:Percy Black's original name is Percy Chingini Mutema a makeup artist,hairstylist,model and gospel artist.

TR:From being a make up artists you embarked in a new adventure which is being a runway model can you tell us about yourself and your journey?
PB:It’s not easy as ABC but much of my time l would spent it on fashion shows mostly trying to mixup with designers and organizers of different events.
Wow!! It’s not easy sometimes I have to cancel appointments from clients if I have gigs that I been booked first but am gladly am managing because all of them they are my passion for life and my clients and bosses understand me so well...

TR:What challenges did you face when you entered into the industry?
PB:Firstly in the beauty industry if you not well know it’s difficult people will be having doubts they can call you names if you are a man working in the beauty industry,lack of clientele of which you need to advertise you need to work sometimes for free in order to prove you can do it, discouragement is  high as people will be comparing you with people who been in the industry for long but atleast if you get one person to help you, you well known.

TR:Can you state some of the fashion shows you have attended in as a model and in summary what have you benefited from them?
PB:NAKA Fashion show
LOWVELD Fashion show
Pretoria Fashion week etc.

TR:Among Africa's top fashion shows which are you aiming to attend and why ?
PB:The Paris fashion Week and New York fashion trust me It will be done and dusted .

TR:Your major breakthrough in the industry will be attending a fashion show in Dubai .How did it all started?
PB:I can say TOP MODEL ZIMBABWE groomed me so well  went straight for auditions on PRETORIA and it did not take time I was taken out of other models where were there that had big names on SOUTH AFRICA but God did it all for me....

TR:Where do you see your future in the modelling industry?
PB:By ‘God’s WILL’ I see myself where God want me to be I will not rush but go according to  his flow because he has BIGGER plans for me.
Being an international model,hairstylist and make-up artist...

TR:In terms of fashion you are also a stylist and one of your personal clients is Chichi from Scandal what does it mean working along side with a prominent actress?
PB:God does wonders in different ways, am that kind of person who likes challenges and not afraid of anyone person so I asked her as m home girl and she agreed and we had the best connection ever.Chichi became my sister that we talk and share problems sometimes and we give each other solutions but truely it’s Grace that is locating me somewhere big......

TR:Besides him whom have you worked with?
PB:The first of all, SHARON MANYONGANISE CHERAYI (ZIMPRAISE)the powerful woman of God we prayed for everything we wanted in 2016 and GOD started to answer them slowly,MKHULULI BHEBHE from JOYOUS CELEBRATION, ZAZA MOKHETHI from SOUTH AFRICA this was when she spoke words of good faith upon my life and GOD started to show me direction not for forgetting Miss World Zimbabwe BelindA Potts who gave me KARIN’s number while I was doing her hair...

TR:As a stylist,make up artist,hairstylist and a model how do you balance your work?
PB:It’s tough trust me but I have learned to be professional working with bookings mostly and planning my schedules if I have upcoming events and sticking to my WORK  my passion my life haha....

TR:Percy thank you for your time.

Interviewed by Tapiwanashe Rubaya

A CONVERSATION WITH BRYSON NCUBE/GIVE UP COMING MODELS A CHANCE.

Young upcoming model Bryson Ncube based in Zimbabwe started his journey into the modelling industry through his friend.The young gentleman pleaded with fashion organizers to give upcoming models a chance to showcase their talent and for them to build their own brands . During the interview that aftv had with  Bryson Ncube,he further told us some of his future plans.

TRWho is Bryson ?
BN:Bryson Ncube is my name.Im a 20year old Model/Artist from Chitungwiza.

TR:Tell us more about your Biograph in the modelling industry?
BN:I  grew up into fashion and I felt in love with the lifestyle, then mid Year 2017 was introduced to modelling by a friend.Since then I have been doing grooming courses shows and shoots as I am building my brand as a model.
And Last year I was nominated for the Zim Models Awards under :Best Runway Model
           Most talented

TR:In the industry you have managed to catwalk in  a number of runways can you state some of the fashion shows you took part in?
BN:In the Industry I've managed to participate in a number of shows such as :  Fashion Hub, Winter Festival,The Tranding Fashion Show, Tapfumanei and Latin Friday Zim.

TR:Talking about fashion show,one of your last year's performance shows you catwalked for Tapfumanei'collection. What did it mean to you?
BN:Showcasing for Tapfumanei was really a great experience for me.Learnt a lot the outfits were amazing n everything was just on point.

TR:Look way back when you emerged in the industry what gave you strength to achieve your dreams?

BN:The support I get from family ,friends and mostly fans gave me the strength.

TR:State some fashion houses that you hope to work with in future?
BN:Locally I'm hoping to work with Edgars,JanJam n House of Gentlemen

TR:Besides  being a model you are also into music,how do you balance the two?
BN:Music n modelling kinda relate ,the lifestyle is just the same and im passionate of them both. When im doing one im also doing the other one so its  really not that hard to balance them both.

TR:You are still growing in the industry (modelling) do you believe up coming models are given an opportunity to showcase their talents during fashion shows casting or fashion show organisers prefer those with experience?
BN:Its really hard for any upcoming model to get a platform to show case their talents especially on a fashion shows.Organisers prefer those with experience,those with bigger brands already
And that really affect us as up n coming models because we need that experience to build up our brands.
I personally think they need to give everyone an opportunity to experience  especially during Fashion Shows for with experience that's how you build your  brand as a model.

Interviewed by Tapiwa Rubaya

 

 

MODELLING IS NOT JUST A HOBBY BUT AN ART.

Growing up in an environment where one is surrounded by fashion and model elements,this influenced young Zimbabwean model Clayton Bhekumuzi Dube (23) to venture  into the modelling industry in 2015 as a model.Clayton embarked on his journey as a runway and a photogenic model as these two were his favourite departments in the modelling sector and also because Zimbabwe doesn't conduct much modelling pageants.

The young Zimbabwean model told Aftv that one of the main reasons that has made a number of Zimbabwe's male models
to turn into photogenic,runway and commercial modelling is because of the issue of payment and also that they get exposure from these type of modelling.
"Seeing that in Zimbabwe there aren't or less pageants for male models,I opted for runway modelling.I've always preferred runway to pageant modelling," explained Clayton Dube.
Clayton further encouraged young upcoming models to be signed with any legal  agency as this will protect them from being exploited by fashion show organisers during fashion shows.
"I believe every model should be signed up to an agency,this is going to help to protect their rights during fashion shows that they participate in when hired .
"There are great modelling agencies in Zimbabwe for instance Open Eye Studio.Yes there is freelance modelling but having an agent is advisable,"advised Clayton.
The young gentleman who is inspired by South Africa's award winning Tv personality Maps Maponya said,he hopes modelling studies will be introduced in Zimbabwe's universities as part of arts studies.
He stated out that this will assist the public to understand  that modelling is part of art and not a hobby.
" I believe modelling should be introduced in universities as a part of studies as this will open people’s minds in the sense that modeling is not just a hobby, it’s a art that is mastered and people do make a living out of modeling in other countries, and this would mean models taken seriously when on the ramp.We soon hope to get to that level as a nation," he said

Facebook: Clayton Bhekiie Dube
Instagram: @iamclaytondube
Twitter: @iamclaytondube

By Tapiwa Rubaya

 

 

Meet Mister Africa International's 4th Runner up.

 Having won Top model Africa and 4th runner up Mister Africa international during Mister Africa International Africa. Makala Ngongi Nganda who is Mister Cameroon tell us about his journey into the modelling industry. And he explains what made him to realise the talent that he has in the ramp.

TR:Hie Mr Cameroon can you tell us who you are?
MN: I'm Makala Ngongi Nganda, a vibrant youth from a Cameroonian and Nigerian Parent. Very confident but shy sometimes, Lol!! Who believes in the principle "Never giving up" and always stay positive and fight for your dreams..
I'm a fitness trainer, Model and an actor.. I guess its a brief summary.

TR:When did you decided 'Okay' ! this is it , I'm going to compete for this pageant?
MN: Actually it was the day of the pageant. At the regional level. I was convinced by my friends to just take part in it.
For I wasn't so interested about it and didn't even know about it. Thank God for them for as a result of that encouragement they gave me, I've never stopped right up till NOW.

TR: When you were announced as the King of the pageant. How did you manage to receive the news and did you had any clue that you were the winner?
MN: I was chilled and very exited at the same time. From day one, I knew I had what it takes to emerge winner. So wasn't really surprised.

TR:What lesson did you draw from the whole competition?
MN: Confidence and believing in yourself is key and let no one tell you ,you can't do it. Mediocre minds Never achieve greatness

TR:Who is your role model in Africa?
MN: Mandela, Chimamanda Ngozi and Genevieve Nnaji. Funny how its filled with women. Lol!! But their ideas of Never sticking to what they believe and Never giving up is INSPIRING.
As for male models, I just believe they should be given same opportunities as females. Though modeling is generally termed a female stuff.. Lol!!

TR:Still on Africa,we have seen a number of pageants supporting your female counterparts.What do you think should be done to support the boy child in the modelling industry?
MN: As for male models, I just believe they should be given same opportunities as females. Though modeling is generally termed a female stuff.. Lol!!

TRWhat are your future plans?
MN: Take fitness in Africa  to another level.Do bigger pageants, Motivate the ones looking up to me, Dominate the acting industry in Africa why not the World. (Laughs).
All in all stay focus and see my dreams come through..

TR:Besides modelling what are your other dreams that you planning to achieve?
MN: Like I earlier mention. I'm all about entertainment and believing in talent..
So Fitness and acting is something I'd really live to expand on.

TR:It was nice having a conversation with you!
MN: Your welcome and thanks for having me...

By Tapiwa Rubaya

DELAYED BUT NOT DENIED.

Growing up in an environment surrounded by cameras and in addition having a father who was a professional photographer and a mother who is a well established fashion designer, it paved way for Delany Peterson to be part of the modelling a platform which one can use to express his thoughts and emotions.
Recently Delany Peterson was crowned the new Mr Global Africa Zambia he takes over the office from Ethan Ngandu.
Delany took part in the Mr Global Africa Zambia after he was influenced by his loved ones.

            "Winning this has given me a platform to reach out to people and speak out a lot about challenges that I've faced,challenges that we as humans face but turn the other check," Delany Peterson.

Despite entering the pageant at a later stage than other participates, Delany never thought of giving up as his fans continued supporting him through votes.
"At first when the competition begun I was in Finland visiting my girlfriend and learning about Finnish culture,I really thought I was not going to make it on time back in Zambia.
"When I finally decided that I will take part in the pageant. I realised that I had a lot of people that looked up to me having a few votes due to my late advertising about the pageant, "said Peterson.
During the pageant Peterson won the Best Body award, which he described it as a miracle after he faced some injuries three months before the pageant.
Delany said as Mr Global Africa Zambia he is going to make sure that empowerment is done especial to the male models.

He advised sponsors and promoters especially in Zambia to assist male models by sponsoring shows as this will empower the male modelling industry.
"We need more sponsors and managers to put more effort in placing us male models on higher platforms, that is the only way the world can see the potential of Zambian male models, "said Peterson.

Facebook page Mr Global Africa Zambia
Facebook page:Delany  Peterson

By Tapiwa Rubaya

Exclusive interview with Sexiest Hunk Tevin Lennox.

Tevin Lennox is  one of the sexist male models who is flying the African continent high in Europe, despite him being away from his own home Zimbabwe,Tevin is a proudly African.
With big task awaiting for him during,Mister Africa Tevin Lennox (TL) speaks out about his career in the modelling industry it all during an interview.

TR:Tevin can you describe yourself?
TL: I'm like a book. If you read it nicely you'll love  it. If you read it with wrong intentions you  will face it later and  then if you try to tear any page u regret it later. Its upon a reader in context meaning if u get to know and approach me nicely. I'm as good as gold. I'm open minded,risk taker and always driven to excel.

TR:When one observes your pictures they can tell you are a talented model.Where did you your journey began?
TL: The Journey began as a child. Used to save pocket money meant for me to buy school lunches and will take at centenary park,will try mimic poses i would have seen on store catalogues. My passion for photography grew to extent I be friend older guys who were already in business.

TR:What inspires you?
TL: I'm inspired by models who start at the bottom and succeed with effort,determination and working tirelessly without changing themselves. My parents also are  my biggest inspiration in encouraging me to what ever it takes to peruse my dreams.

TR:As a photogenic fitness model why is working out an important factor in your life?
TL: It brings a lot of positives. Good for overall health and fitness, physical appearance its also strong marketing tool in this industry. It helps  so that  i remain in prime shape throughout. I feel confident in doing doing shoots with or with clothes.

TR:How many times do you work out?
TL: My times vary depending on work commitments etc. However on average 4-6 times a week. On a typical day i train twice a day early mornings and late afternoon or evening.

TR:Original you are from Africa,Zimbabwe,what do you love about Africa and Zimbabwe?
TL: Born and in Zimbabwe and proudly African. My people are strong,resilient and peace loving people . I love our vast continent because its so unique with beautiful landscapes, the wildlife,the food,breathtaking scenery.

TR:Currently you are based in Great Britain.What are some difference have you observed from the international modelling industry and Africa's modelling industry?
TL: The industry is relatively small in africa which makes competition fierce among aspiring models difficult to break even. Where I'm based in UK if you are  capable of marketing yourself. You can make it  without being assigned to an agency. As someone from minority group i find it easier to be selected for some roles

TR:Tevin you will be taking part at Mister Africa under Mister  International Africa.Can you tell us more about it ?
TL: Mr Africa International mission is to empower African men by giving them the platform to serve their communities. The peagent showcases the ability,beauty,talents and heritage. I will greatly appreciate love from my fellow people is to spread the word and repost any of my images on Instagram tag me @tevin_muscledope and use hashtags #roadtomisterafrica or #misterafrica2018.
There is no limit on number of repost the more we do it. Victory is ours. I would like to thank everyone for for their unwavering support.

TR:Recently your name appeared among the nominees of Zimbabwe models awards.How did you manage to be part of the nominees?
TL:A journalist who cover such events contacted me and suggested if I'll be keen to take part. I submitted my images to the organisers.

TR:Which categories are you hoping to scope an award?
TL: Best Newcomer and Fitness

TR:For Africa to improve in the industry what do you think should be done?
TL: The industry should be more inclusive, diverse ,realistic or representative to all people irrespective of gender,sexuality etc. In the real world people come in all different shapes,colour and sizes. Those with potential should be encouraged and natured where they can fit in different categories like real people,commercials,runway etc.

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