1. Favourite scary movie?
A Quiet Place is believed to be one of the top 5 scariest movies of all time. I’m a die-hard fan of horror/scary movies and I choose this specific movie because it’s very recent and it relates to my fears and challenges I face every day.
2. Favourite social media influencer?
Sbahle Mpisane. She is a fitness enthusiast and coach with over 2.1 million followers. As a fitness enthusiast and uprising influencer with 38k followers and growing, she is someone I look up to. In 2018, she was involved in an accident that resulted in memory loss and leg injury. Sbahle never let her trajectory deter her from pursuing her dreams; she continued to work toward her goals despite her tragic circumstances. She inspires me to persevere in the face of adversity.
3. Favourite Marvel or DC villain?
It must be Harley Quinn; she has something that no one else really has. She’s constantly undermined and more importantly undervalued. Because of this, she’s unpredictable in fights and perceived to be not as intelligent as her partner, the Joker. In all actuality, Harley is probably smarter and better at coming up with plans. No one expects her to be the biggest threat so when she comes in with a hammer and a few tricks up her sleeve she can cause a lot of trouble. She’s incredibly manipulative as she plays the perceptions to her advantage, acting dumb when she’s sometimes the smartest person in the room.
I – on the other hand – believe being undervalued is a blessing in disguise because I get the freedom to express myself when no one is watching and strike when they least expect it. At times I prefer not to be the loudest one in the room and I can be able to observe the room and analyse, which I believe always puts me in the forefront. Denzel Washington once said, “the loudest one in the room is the weakest of them all.”
4. Introduce yourself.
My name is Lesego Ericah Masote. I am 22 years old, currently completing my Honours in Human Resource Management at the University of Limpopo. I am a very proud fitness enthusiast, an occasional DJ and a model.
5. Tell us a bit about your background and what your goals for the future are.
Growing up, I was always a very artistic person, but I was limited in my ability to pursue my passion and love for art because I had to prioritise my parents’ values for education. In the process of becoming the woman I am today, I discovered that nurturing talent and acquiring knowledge are the most important aspects in shaping oneself into becoming the best version of themself. My goal is to live life without limitations.
6. How do you feel about being selected as a finalist in the Miss Soweto pageant?
Miss Soweto has created a legacy of impactful women, and I am super excited to be a part of the continuous legacy. I believe learning from these women would help me seize my destiny and step into my power.
7. Why do you think you have what it takes to be the next Miss Soweto?
Soweto is the heart of the nation, home to a wide range of role models, but I have always been a leader from a young age, regardless of the roles assigned to me coming from a township. The equal consideration I have for both education and talent has always been a standout that has pushed me to go beyond my limits.
I lead an extremely active lifestyle and portray confidence and energy every day of my life. Miss Soweto is a brand for the people, I believe my personality & personal goals & passions fit with this ethos.
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