Cleopatra Chitsa (30) is proudly born in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe and currently residing in Ivory Park - Tembisa in South Africa. Ngonidzashe, as popularly known, is a beautiful model, healthcare assistant and a founder of Patracre Agency (an agency helping the youth obtain jobs regardless of race , gender or nationality).
Taking us through her journey, Ngoni said: “ Travelling from one country to another to look for greener pastures has never been easy. My career as a part time model for boutiques started in Botswana in 2013 where I experienced lot of challenges including learning Tswana culture and adjusting to a new environment. I appreciate Moretele family for taking me as part of the family” she said.
In 2019, she graduated from School of Khanya as a certified Carer / Nanny and volunteered to work at an old age homes and clinics. Moving to Johannesburg - Yeoville, South Africa was another big mountain to climb.
“I was only 20 years, first born in my family and had to look out for a job in order to survive. I hustled by doing odd jobs at restaurants and as a cleaner. I had to be strong and fight to survive in so called “City of Gold”, she added.
Many people are going through a lot in their marriages / relationships and kept quiet for the sake of love or kids. Ngoni has chosen not to keep quiet and entertain nonsense . “I survived gender based violence in my past marriage and decided to assist young males and females who go through such abuse. People must NEVER feel pity for themselves and never tolerate physical, emotional or verbal abuse” she added.
One of the biggest challenge in the modelling industry is lack of endorsements and agencies who requires funds to get gigs for models. Her biggest highlight was doing a catwalk at Ann Ribbons show for 5 times and wishes to assist youth to get jobs regardless of their background.
“Youth ended up being involved in prostitutions or young marriages because they have nothing to do and this must be considered. I would like to thank Rise Africans Newspaper for a wonderful platform to share my story, my late mom for bringing a tough young lady into this world and my life partner for all the support” she concluded.
More info about her work can be found - email : cleopatrachitsa@gmail.com
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