KOFI DAVID TO CATWALK AT MERCEDES BENZ ACCRA.

Hard work pays indeed young Ghananian model Afedeke Kofi David (20)_ can testify to that.
Within a year after venturing into the modelling industry
Afedeke Kofi David (KD) was selected to participate in one of Africa's best international fashion runway shows (Mercedes Benz Africa Accra)
In an interview with Tapiwa Rubaya (TR),Kofi David talks about his first experience during the Mercedes Benz Africa.

TR:Kofi Davids take us to your bio?
KD: To start will say much thanks to you,for having me on your interview, let me kindly use this platform to thank my management (Passion Exhibit Modeling Agency) for being supportive from day one and counting.
My full name is AFEDEKE KOFI DAVID`S, and was born in Accra, Ghana in the year 12/02/1997. Am a Christian raised and brought by Mr Felix Afedeke and  Mrs Hana Zewu (parents), growing up and knowing I was the only child of my parents felt very bad but didn’t push me away from loving others, am a kind, determine, hardworking, humble and a honest person. So at Age 19 I completed my Senior Level of  Education in the year 2016, and after I decided to pause my  education and pursue a Modeling career in the year 2017 that`s where I was introduced to Passion Exhibit Modeling Agency (PEMA) one of the Top Agencies in Ghana and  as you can see they have really groomed and trained me very well…..There are many challenges we as humans we face and sometimes it drives us away from our dreams, With me I put God first in anything I do and also there is this quote of mine that always motivates me and make me stand tall in all my problems, and it goes like this “GROW THROUGH WHAT YOU GO THROUGH”. 

TR:Tell us how you manage to build up your modelling portfolio?
KD: My portfolio was build up with the first shoot of mine with a clothing brand named  KWEKU K. INNOVATIONS and followed by some few other shoots which I directed myself with some  runway pictures, so that was then that I was able to combine some shots (pics) for my modeling portfolio
First of all, let me explain what is meant by portfolio in the expects of modeling; A  model Portfolio is an essential tool for a Model to gain professional work. It is a collection of professionally shot images that is ultimately your visual Modeling CV used to advertise your skills and abilities in front of the camera.

TR:You are a modelling under Passion Exhit Modelling Agency based in Ghana kindly describe the agency?
KD: Passion Exhibit Modeling Agency, so far is listed as the best modeling agency in Ghana if you are to search from GOOGLE. It one of the coolest agency in Ghana and so far has been able to bring up some Top models in Ghana. With this few years and time I have been with the Agency, Passion Exhibit Modeling Agency have helped and supported me in improving well in my career, Passion Exhibit assist their models in various ways eg, how to walk in heels (ladies), how to pose as a model on a runway and for shoots, how to walk well as a male model and many more. Passion exhibit train models to become professional models not just any model
So far would say passion exhibit modeling agency have been of good help to me, and will edge anyone who wants to pursue Modeling as a Career should  kindly join Passion Exhibit Modeling Agency. Contact them on Tel: +2330262706055 or should check them up on Instagram @passionexhibit..Thank you.

TR:What makes Ghana modelling industry unique?
KB: What makes Modeling unique in Ghana is that; Ghanaian Models are very dedicated and always willing to do their best at all times, and so far Ghana is very known as one of the peaceful country and also has creative and much styled fashion designers known in Africa. So both designers and Models do their best to make sure Ghana is been put on the Map because Ghanaians show organizers are able to put up a show and host about 30 designers over the world to showcase on the show and so to me  think this is  what makes modeling in Ghana Unique.

TR:Within a space of time when you entered into modelling you participated in one of Africa's biggest event Mercedes Benz Africa share with us your experiences?
KB: Mercedes Benz African fashion festival Ghana is rated as one of the top shows in Africa, I will say the show was a step up for me, because it hosted various models and designers across the globe and me being new in the industry and was able to walk on that show proves or tells me am much prepared for any show.
Their Model Casting pulled a crowed of models over two hundred (200)  and me being part of the models being selected is a plus to me also.
Though there was a lot of tension, but I was able to go through perfectly.

TR:Africa is yet to host another Mercedes Benz Africa fashion Accra show are you participating?
KB: Yes I will

TR:Also a year after venturing in the industry you were nominated under Best Upcoming Male Model in Ghana.What did it mean to you?
KB: It meant that am good and much prepare to take modeling to another level.

TR: In future who are some of Africa's fashion designers would you like to work with?
KB: Orange culture, Laurenceairline and  Stiaan Louw

TR:what do you think can put Africa's model industry into international level?
KB:Is just about how they brand themselves that all.

By Tapiwa Rubaya

Zimbabwe's Young Businessman Wesley Mupa to Participate For Mr AMMFI Zimbabwe 2018/2019.

Social media has been one of the best ways used to advertise information to the people. As the platform used reaches thousands of users fast. Wesley Mupa(WM) a Zimbabwean young enterprenuer and aspiring Mr AMMFI Zimbabwe tells Tapiwanashe Rubaya a journalist (TR) in an interview how social media helped him to gain information about 'Mr AMMFI Zimbabwe'. TR:Introduce yourself to the readers? WM:I am Wesley Mupa, i am the first born in a family of 7 kids. I finished high school in 2011 after having written my O'levels. Right now i own a small internet café, i have a passion for business. I love sports and things to do with fitness. Hobbies is playing football, reading books and watching movies TR:How long have you been in the modelling industry.Take us to your history? WM:I started being involved in modelling in 2013 when i joined a modelling agency called Size 4. I did a runway show with them before i became a freelance model. I have done photoshoots with clothing stores e.g Jan Jam store. Right now i am with House of Gentleman. TR:What or who inspired you to go into the modelling industry? WM:I have always had a heart for modelling, i can say it is something that has always been inside me. Over the years i have not been serious about it but with a bit of a push from friends, now it is something i am taking seriously TR:When was the first time you heard about AMMFI and what do you think about the AMMFI? WM:I first heard about AMMFI after having seen a post on facebook. I think its a good initiative which is going to help male models get seen out there. With how people portray Africa i think they are doing a good job selling Africa to the world.

TR:Who is your role model in the industry? WM:My role model i would say is David Beckham. TR:Currently AMMFI International is searching for Mister AMMFI Zimbabwe who will become its new brand ambassador...Do you think you got the quilitities to represent AMMFI in Zimbabwe? WM:Yes i believe i have what it takes to be AMMFI new ambassador. I like to challenge myself and i know being the new ambassador will take all i have and i know i am the right person. TR:The winner will also have a chance later on the year to go to Poland to compete for Mister Supranational do you think.you have what it take to bring the crown back home should you be the winner of Mister AMMFI Zimbabwe 2018? WM:Yes i just dont think but i know i have everything it takes for me to bring the crown home. I believe in myself and i know with hard work and dedication i can surpass all the others to get that crown. Facebook name is Wesley Mupa. On instagram the name is wesleymupa49. Also my email is wesleymupa49@gmail.com By Tapiwa Rubaya

Zimbabwean Model Jay Tambabe explains his thoughts about Mr AMMFI.

Jay Tambane (JT) a young Zimbabwean model takes us into a journey of his modelling career. In an interview with Tapiwanashe Rubaya (TR),Jay Tambane opens up about his thoughts about the AMMFI industry and also what he thinks are the right qualities of Mister AMMFI Zimbabwe. 

 

TR:How long have you been in the modelling industry.Take us to your history? 

JT: This is my second year in the modeling industry. I started out with Iconic modeling agency were i under went grooming and later on moved to 106 models, but now I'm a free lance model. So far my journey has been very educative and i have grown both in the field and experience. 

TR:What or who inspired you to go into the modelling industry? 

JT: in the industry i have a lot of role models most of them being fitness for example Roger Snipes being the biggest. Here in Zim i can say Tino Chinyani has been a huge role model interms of both Style and physic. 

TR:Who is your role model in the industry?

JT:In the industry i have a lot of role models most of them being fitness for example Roger Snipes being the biggest. Here in Zim i can say Tino Chinyani has been a huge role model in terms of both Style and physic. 

TR:When was the first time you heard about AMMFI and what do you think about the AMMFI? 

JT: I heard about AMMFI first from instagram #tags and from Facebook. Then a few days later my friend Raymond Motsi sent me pictures and told me more about AMMFI telling me how he had managed to be one of their models. 

TR:Currently AMMFI International is searching for Mister AMMFI Zimbabwe who will become its new brand ambassador...Do you think you got the qualities to represent AMMFI in Zimbabwe? 

JT: Yes i think i have the qualities to become the new brand ambassador of AMMFI, i can do everything from formal shoots, fitness shoots to street wear and i know i can do a lot as their brand ambassador. 

TR:What led you to be a participants in this search? 

JT: After my friend Raymond managed to become a model i was willing and determined to be in AMMFI and as fate could have it i received a message from Mr Samuel who was scouting for models in Zimbabwe and that helped me to be a participant. 

 TR:The winner of Mister AMMFI Zimbabwe will also have a chance later on the year to go to Poland to compete for Mister Supranational do you think.you have what it take to bring the crown back home should you be the winner of Mister AMMFI Zimbabwe 2018? JT: I definitely am going to bring back the crown back home because here is were it belongs and I'm very sure i will bring back the crown to lift the AMMFI and Zimbabwean flag higher. 

 

On instagram i use Jay_fitness and on Facebook i use Jay Tambade 

 

 By Tapiwa Rubaya

Exclusive interview with Lovemore Zambezi Lovemore.

 Lovemore Zambezi is a Zimbabwean student who is currently studying at Cyprus.His prominently known as a cricket player back home. However besides being a talented cricket player his also a model. In an interview with Aftv Lovemore Zambezi (LZ) informed Tapiwanashe Rubaya (TR) that he will be taking part for the Mister AMMFI Zimbabwe. 

TR:Briefly can you tell us who you are ? LZ: My name is Lovemore Morne Zambezi .a part time freelance model. Cricket player and student at University of Lefke in Cyprus pursuing a degree in Travel and hospitality management.also a sport and fitness fanatic.. 
TR:How long have you been in the modelling industry.Take us to your history? LZ: I have been in the industry for more than 8years though been in and out of the country not stable thus makes me a part time model as well working with various local and international brands. 
TR:What or who inspired you to go into the modelling industry? LZ: I am my own role model i don't follow much.
 TR:When was the first time you heard about AMMFI and what do you think about the AMMFI? LZ: I heard about AMMFI this year April. 
TR:Currently AMMFI International is searching for Mister AMMFI Zimbabwe who will become its new brand ambassador...Do you think you got the attributes to represent AMMFI in Zimbabwe? LZ: Being part of it and all i think everyone is worth the qualities and chances as look God says its time to shine my son. TR:What led you to be a participants in this search? LZ: I am passionate and the organisers mission,attribute as well effort make it more adorable n motivating to take part,they (organisers)inspires .

 Lovemore morne zambezi instagram and facebook

By Tapiwa Rubaya.

Summer Fashion and Style Show Model Award winner To Participate For Mister AMMFI Zimbabwe 2018/2019

Tapiwa Zimhamba (TZ) a Fitness model who recently was honoured as the
winner of the  summer fashion and style show.Has confirmed to be one
of the models who will be participating for the Mr AMMFI Zimbabwe 2018/2019.
Tapiwa Rubaya (TR)seat down with Mr Zimhamba who explained during the
interview  why he is the great candidate for the position.

TR:Briefly can you tell us who you are ?
TZ: I'm Tapiwa Zimhamba 26 years of age.I'm a fitness enthusiast and i
compete in bodybuilding shows.I was runner up at Mr Novice Zimbabwe
2017.I then ventured into modelling industry end of Year 2017 for the
summer fashion and style show where i won my first show and i was the
FACE OF SUMMER 2018

TR:How long have you been in the modelling industry.Take us to your history?
TZ: I started in October 2017 im very new to the industry but i know i
was born for this.

TR:What or who inspired you to go into the modelling industry?
TZ: I was inspired by Elton pinto mota from the U.K who is doing
bodybuilding and also modelling.

TR:Who is your role model in the industry?
TZ: Elton Pinto.

TR:When was the first time you heard about AMMFI and what do you think
about the AMMFI?
TZ: A friend of mine sent me the poster for castings in march then i
decided to enquire further and i feel this is a great project for us
muscular models to showcase what we have.

TR:Currently AMMFI International is searching for Mister AMMFI
Zimbabwe who will become its new brand ambassador...Do you think you
got the quilitities to represent AMMFI in Zimbabwe?
TZ: Im definetly sure i will be the Ambassador im very confident,have
to looks,the body,im bold,strong Character,ambitious and a leader by
birth,and i am sure i will raise high the flag of Zimbabwe
internationally.

TR::What led you to be a participants in this search?
TZ: I knew i had what it takes so i gave it a shot.

TR:The winner of Mister AMMFI Zimbabwe will also have a chance later
on the year to go to Poland to compete for Mister Supranational do you
think.you have what it take to bring the crown back home should you be
the winner of Mister AMMFI Zimbabwe 2018?
TZ: If Zimbabwe was to send anyone else other than me they would have
reduced their chances of winning because I'm the man to bring that
trophy home.



For more information about the pageant:
Facebook page:Mr AMMFI Africa
Contact(Whatsapp):+27711106038
Email:aftv.sa@gmail.com

Facebook :Tapiwa T.p Zimhamba
Instagram :mr_nxt

By Tapiwa Rubaya

Adonis Ncube to participate at the premiere search of Mister AMMFI Zimbabwe 2018/2019.

AMMFI has turned out to be a platform whose aim is to take models into
greater heights.As the AMMFI continues its search for who will be
crowned the next Mister AMMFI Zimbabwe.
A number of Zimbabwean models are have been selected  to participate at the Mister AMMFI Zimbabwe search,one of these models is
Adonis Ncube (AN) a prominent face who has featured in various adverts
in the country.
In an interview with Tapiwa Rubaya,Adonis doesn't only provide his
modelling profile but he tells us the role he would play if he wins
the pageant.

TR:Briefly can you tell us who you are ?
AN: Well my full name is Adonis Ncube I'm 27 this year,I'm originally
from the small town of beitbridge,I'm a contract worker at the
ministry of transport n I love fashion.

TR:How long have you been in the modelling industry.Take us to your history?
AN: I've been in the Industry since 2011 my 1st gig was Zim fashion
week 2011 I was approached by these guys at Arcidia sports club they
just liked my look n the way I was built n asked if I was interested
from then I was hooked I've work with brands like Edgars;Econet,NMB
bank,Pacific storms and a couple of runway shows since then.

TR:Who is your role model in the industry?
AN: Honestly I don't have a role model in this industry, since it is
something I do for fun but internationally I look up to guys Borris
Kodjoe n morris chestnut.

TR:When was the first time you heard about AMMFI and what do you think
about the AMMFI?
AN: First of AMMFI last year actually thought it was just a random
agency turns out they are way bigger than that.I think AMMFI is a
great n one of the best platforms for a model to be showcased on here
in Africa n specially Zim where the modeling industry is at a stand
still.

TR:Currently AMMFI International is searching for Mister AMMFI
Zimbabwe who will become its new brand ambassador...Do you think you
got the qualities to represent AMMFI in Zimbabwe?
AN: Yeah I definitely think I got the qualities.I feel with the right
  mentor-shipn the right partners I could be the best to come out of Zim
or even Africa n AMMFI would be a great n much needed tool.

TR:What led you to be a participants in this search?
AN: I feel I need to take myself to an international stage n Ammfi
seems to offer that opportunity so I felt it might be a stepping stone
plus the prize money is good.

TR:The winner of Mister AMMFI Zimbabwe will also have a chance later
on the year to go to Poland to compete for Mister Supranational do you
think.you have what it take to bring the crown back home should you be
the winner of Mister AMMFI Zimbabwe 2018?
AN: Yes I got all the necessary tools to bring the crown home but if I
don't It would be a great experience to have been part of it..and a
learning experience as well



For more information on the Mister AMMFI Zimbabwe:
Contact:+27711106038
Email:aftv.sa@gmail.com
Facebook:Mr AMMFI Africa

 Facebook: Adonis Ncube
Instagram: the_duke_adonis

MEET PANASHE MAKAYA ONE OF THE CONTESTENT AT THIS YEAR'S MISTER AMMFI ZIMBABWE 2018/2019

AMMFI INTERNATIONAL is spreading its wings as its gearing up for launch of the
first Mister AMMFI Zimbabwe 2018 that will be officially done this year in
2018.
A number of Zimbabwean male models are registering to competing for the
final spot to be crowned Mister AMMFI Zimbabwe 2018 and become the AMMFI brand ambassador.
21 year old Panashe Makaya is one of the models who will be taking
part during the Mr AMMFI Zimbabwe search.
Tapiwanashe Rubaya interviews Panashe (PM) who explained the main
reason why his taking part of the AMMFI search.

TR:Briefly can you tell us who you are ?
PM:m Ashlee Panashe Makaya a 21 year old who wastes no time but
explores chasing success. I am a student at The Innovation and
Technoprenueral University also known as Harare Institute of
Technology. While pursuing my degree in Electronic Engineering, i take
sport as my daily bread and also do modeling.

TR:How long have you been in the modelling industry.Take us to your history?
PM:I started trying out modeling in August 2016 and began my
professional carrier in February 2017.
Since then i have taken part in the following Runway Fashion shows
:Tapfumanei Munenge Couture (Coco September Issue),Latin Friday .The
Style Concierge
Magazine shoots:Edgars
Commercials :ZINWA;Air Excellence

TRWhat or who inspired you to go into the modelling industry?
PM:Well i started trying out modeling after an encounter with the
Edgars Zimbabwe Visual Marketing Manager/Stylist Marshall Malikula and
he asked me if i was a model at first sight and suggested i try it out
if i wasn't one. I had actually gone to the Edgars offices to drop off
mail. And that's how my journey began. I thank him for noticing the
hidden talent.

TR:Who is your role model in the industry?
PM:Tyson Beckford as he was the first black model to be part of Ralph Lauren

TR:When was the first time you heard about AMMFI and what do you think
about the AMMFI?
PM:Well i saw it on a flier on a designer's status and just told
myself never let an opportunity pass by that is with your reach. I
think its something that can be life changing to their modeling
carrier and would be a great opportunity to be part of this event.

TR:Currently AMMFI International is searching for Mister AMMFI
Zimbabwe who will become its new brand ambassador...Do you think you
got the qualities to represent AMMFI in Zimbabwe?
PM:I do have confidence in myself to say  that i have the qualities to
become Mr AMMFI as i would represent my country with confidence, pride
and not forgetting being an ambassador of my culture and its values.

TR:What led you to be a participants in this search?
PM:Like i said it is better to take part in an event than to let an
opportunity pass by and regret. I believe we never cease to learn and
i am willing to learn and this is best done through exposure. So
basically i want to learn and keep going up the modeling industry and
i believe this can change my carrier.

TR:The winner of Mister AMMFI Zimbabwe will also have a chance later
on the year to go to Poland to compete for Mister Supranational do you
think.you have what it take to bring the crown back home should you be
the winner of Mister AMMFI Zimbabwe 2018?
PM:Well i do not doubt myself of representing my country and
showcasing talent at its best. As a sportsman i believe that one
should showcase their talent and may the best man win in favor of the
representative of the Land of Peace, Zimbabwe.


Facebook: Ash Panashe Makaya
Instagram: @ashmakaya

BY Tapiwa Rubaya