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"I learnt a lot through the cancer scare and being a person of action and empowerment of others, I have become a cervical cancer awareness advocate."

"When men support their wives, it would mean that a disease like cancer would soon be a thing of the past. Cervical cancer is the only cancer treatable through vaccine. Let’s open up on our problems in every space that we’re in. For us to be able to overcome these problems let’s learn to forgive and forget"

"But I had to put my physical and mental health first, I had to deliberately take a step back from everything and focus on treatment, healing and restoration of my mind and body."

"Life has no synopsis; I stand here today as a cervical cancer survivor. It’s not about my ingenuity but God’s Grace and Mercy. I was diagnosed in time. I am begging men to remind their wives and spouses to go for regular checkups for cervical cancer"

"My main focus is in spreading the gospel of ‘early detection saves lives’ because if the doctors had not discovered the cancer early, I don’t think I would have beaten it."

"I’m currently in the process of putting together a free screening day for women of Mashonaland East Province in September at Murehwa Centre"

"Fast forward to 2024, I can safely say I am back on the rise again all around, except now, I am 100 percent more mature in my approach to everything. I’m still on my cancer healing and restoration journey and it’s coming along very well"

"The past couple of years have been mainly consumed by serious health challenges and grief, which slowed me down professionally, but I have grown immensely spiritually and mentally"

"Apart from living with stage four endometriosis, I was diagnosed with early-stage cervical cancer and my father passed away amid much disharmony within our family"

"I have been able to use my brand to pull together resources and companies in the health sector to facilitate periodic free cervical and prostate cancer screening days across the country."

"Business is growing steadily too. I employ 12 women in the shoe production chain. I’m focused. I know I will win. It’s all part of God’s promise and His plan for me."

"In sharing my cancer journey publicly, I speak as a patient, not as a celebrity, politician economist, or anything, but just a Zimbabwean citizen who has gone through this difficult experience."

"My flourishing entrepreneurial journey with my egg business, Mazai KwaTino, and my footwear label, Famba Tino Famba, also took a hammering because they are still both hands-on enterprises and need me physically to steer their growth"

"These things completely discombobulated me just at a time I was back at the top of my game in my acting and radio broadcasting careers"

"In branding myself ‘Tinopona — the Accidental Advocate’, I use my extensive social media platforms to spearhead cancer awareness campaigns for women in Zimbabwe."

"The egg business is back to rising profits again with a focus on distribution at the wholesale level"

"Don’t fight people’s battle in the industry. I’m not saying be mute to any injustices of the industry, because if you are an actor in the industry those are your battles"

"Music has always been the heartbeat of everything I do"

"I actually enjoy my body!"

"Your impact on people generates influence"

"In a world where everything seems structured and perfect, people appreciate engaging with someone who portrays the truths of life"

"it’s always liberating to know you’re not alone"

"I want to relay a story of owning your power, your being and success as a woman in a sassy, vibrant yet soulful way"

"I have been put in rooms where I felt like I didn’t belong. For the longest time I didn’t realise I actually grew up in this industry because I was just going through it"

"Acting is a job for me and, trust me, there’s nothing glamorous about it behind the scenes"

"My whole life, I’ve been tested in all that I do"

"It’s awesome! Levi’s® has been around for years and has always maintained a brand that represents quality and growth within the market, so to be associated with it means I’m doing something right!"

"But people’s battles that don’t involve you, stay out of them. When you are young in the industry your heart is so open and you just speak up even when it’s not your place. You wonder why the adults are quiet"

"I’ve always dared to put myself through numerous tests again, knowing it’s worth a try because I’ve learned more from my failures than my wins"

"I am who I am today because of that young girl who grew up knowing there’s more to offer and fearlessly pursued her dreams"

"every job requires discipline, professionalism and a sense of enthusiasm to perform at your best!"

"I have always felt challenged before because I was never prepared and just went with the flow of the character"

"Beauty is seen as a commodity in society"

"I thought to myself that one day I’d like to venture into business, but I didn’t know what kind of business, so for many years I carried on singing and acting while figuring it out."

"You need to dive into the unknown to discover your full potential"

"it’s easier to market to an audience that believes you!"

"Letting go of perfection and trusting my instincts was the hardest part, but also the most freeing."

"It’s amazing what happens when you apply yourself."

"It was worth the experience. It was so nice to see South Africa taking an interest in boxing. And I posted afterwards that this man (Nyovest) got the whole continent watching boxing"

"I’ve learned acting is somewhat spiritual; you’re as real or believable as the amount of Commitment you invest in it"

"I think my personality was shaped by those contrasting families. I had a normal upbringing, played, went to school, followed the rules and broke them, learned morals and Values, then discovered myself."

"We aren’t friends, but there is no need to disrespect each other, we’re cool,"

"It makes me so proud to be the face of a range that considers a broader market that wasn’t necessarily thought of before!"

"A lot of the time, the people in the industry will promise them jobs or whatever it is and be like you know what? If you sleep with me I will give you a job.' Women even laugh about it. It wasn't like a serious thing. I was like: 'Are you guys serious? There's so many ways that you can go about it, why would you sleep with someone"

"In this industry, it is one thing that is still going on. It is not like the beginning when we were all shocked. I feel it is so normal that females are even laughing about it. It is still happening"

"At first, women were not given the big roles on screen but that is changing. We are starting to see more female heroes and women leading films. The thing is, women are overlooked when they can do the job just as well or better (than men)"

"Women are always seen as part of the makeup or wardrobe team only. It is time that more women step into directing or producing. Of course, it is happening but it is happening slowly and more needs to be done. The time for women to be in the background is over"

"I would tell young actresses to do things the right way and to be patient. A lot of the time people are so hungry for fame that they do not give themselves enough time. Just be patient because your break is coming. Don't let someone have power over you"

"It was so touching being there. Skeem Saam is an educational show and highlights some of the issues these children face. So, it was great to see them response to us. I really enjoyed motivating and giving back to my community"

"Molao O Reng viewers can expect raw or real life experiences from different cases that will be revealed on the show every Thursday. We discuss issues I’m sure affect 99% of South Africans in every household, one way or the other. They will also get advice from the panel of lawyers or advocates I have on the show to give guidance in the cases"