26/11/2025
MODEL ATTS DIRECTOR INTERVIEW ON UB RADIO.
1. WHY IS THAT BOTSWANA IS NOT PERFORMING WELL INTERNATIONALLY?
*Lack of strong advocacy foundations -our contestants struggle to present long-term,well developed causes/projects backed by measurable impact.
*Less international exposure -our queens are not exposed to many competitions,media training and modeling or pageantry work before the big stage. Our country doesn't have many platforms to groom contestants at that scale.
*Fewer resources for wardrobe and styling. At highest stage,wardrobe,national costumes , evening gown and overall styling can influence confidence and impressions.Our contestants sometimes compete with limited budget.
*Limited investment &preparation-many top performing countries invest heavily in training, public speaking, interview skills,fitness,styling and mental coaching. But for our country lacks structured year-round preparation. We mostly focus on the surface aspects like wardrobe and walk.
*Inconsistent national pageant systems-frequent changes in organisers, training teams, rules and sponsorships make it hard to maintain international level standards and continuity.
2.Did Mpule Kwelagobes's Win impact pageantry in Botswana?
*Definitely, her win transformed the pageantry in Botswana and it proved that talent from a small African nation can compete & excel internationally. With her success came a generation that believes greatness is possible.
3.As a modeling coach what advice can you give to models?
*To every model or pageant queen, understand that greatness is build,not gifted. The crown ,the contract, spotlight,none of it comes overnight.It takes consistency,patience and discipline. You will face rejection & tough days but always remember that winners don't give up. Stay hungry,stay humble,keep grinding.
THANK YOU UB Radio
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