Ama Qamata

"It’s easier to align yourself in your life and career when you know what you want, so you’re not overwhelmed."

"I feel like often the perception about people in public life or celebrities is that, it’s glamorous and all of that, but it’s actually a lot of hard work, a lot of criticism and self-doubt."

"I feel a lot of times in the pursuit of trying to tell African stories, we want to glamorise the real pain and trauma we go through as a continent, and I think that this story was so powerful — it’s about these girls in Goma who faced horrific challenges in their life, and they’re quite young. They use boxing as a method to take out that frustration and find strength."

"I believe in being authentic, and I spend a lot of time with myself, which helps me live from a truthful place."

"It’s purpose-driven, and I believe in that. I won’t do anything for money, fame or popularity. It has to sit well with me and my spirit, so when I had the initial conversation with the brand, our energy matched instantly."

"I’m also just someone who can push myself. I really work well under pressure, and love what I do. So I don’t mind going the extra mile."