Khosi Ngema

"What’s yours is yours, regardless of age."

"I try not to conform and prefer to stay in my own world. I spend a lot of time alone, which allows me to hear my own voice more clearly and avoid getting caught up in industry noise. I’m still learning about this industry and don’t know it deeply, but I’ve realised it’s easy to get caught up in what everyone else is doing."

"I see people comparing themselves constantly. I remind myself, this is my journey and I need to honour it."

"Maybe it’s wise, maybe it’s not. Sometimes you do really need to secure the bag, but if there’s one thing I want to keep, it’s my integrity."

"However, I also realise that sometimes you do have to take on projects that don’t perfectly align with your values. In those cases, I think it’s important to find my “why”. I need to find a way to connect with it somehow. This helps me maintain a sense of purpose and integrity, even in situations where I have to compromise."

"When I’m working, I stay centred by meditating and prioritising breathing – breath is life."

"I often hear questions about opportunities for women and whether there’s equality. I feel these questions should also be directed at the men in the industry who are in charge of allocating opportunities. It would be interesting to hear their perspectives and how they think we can move forward towards equality."

"Realistically, men have held many of these influential positions for years, which can limit access for women. I don’t like that reality; but given the current climate, it’s crucial for women to support each other and create our own opportunities."

"Women need to rely on each other more and be open to being relied on, as we are the best advocates for our own success."

"The future, I am just happy to take one step at a time. I’ve learnt to be patient with myself and trust my journey. So wherever God is going to place me next is where I will be next."

"Because of social media, everything is so available."