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Zwivhuya Khomola, a 20-year-old from Elim, is a proud finalist in the Miss Makhado Royal Pageant. Photo supplied.
News Date: 26 October 2024
Zwivhuya Khomola, a 20-year-old from Elim, is proud to be a finalist in the Miss Makhado Royal pageant. For Zwivhuya, the competition is about more than just beauty; it is a platform to promote unity and celebrate diversity.
“I want to inspire others to embrace their uniqueness and foster a culture where everyone feels valued,” said Zwivhuya, who began her modelling journey at 17. She is currently studying translation and linguistics at the University of Limpopo.
Being a finalist in Miss Makhado Royal is one of Zwivhuya’s proudest achievements, but she has her sights set even higher. “My ultimate goal is to create a world where everyone feels accepted and valued for their differences. I want to inspire others to embrace who they are and foster a culture of respect and unity.”
When asked about her secret to success, Zwivhuya highlighted authenticity and resilience. “Staying true to my beliefs and working hard have been key. I set clear goals and remain focused on achieving them,” she said.
Despite the challenges she has faced in the modelling industry, Zwivhuya remains dedicated to her mission. “There’s a lot of pressure to conform, but I stay true to myself. I focus on my mission and lean on my family for support – they’ve always been there for me,” she added.
Maanda Bele, born and raised in Nzhelele Siloam, studied journalism at the Tshwane University of Technology. He is passionate about current news and international affairs. He worked as part of the Zoutnet team as an intern in 2017. He is currently a freelance journalist specialising in news from the Vhembe district.
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