Our society has always been driven by conformity. This behavior is in human nature . Conformity is the reason why we intuitively trust the familiar and pull away from the different. It’s the reason why “normal” people follow the unwritten rules of socially accepted behavior and support the conventional views. As a matter of fact, these rules and views that constitute society’s agenda are constantly changing, so a “normal person” is expected to keep up. As for the weird ones, the misfits, the freethinkers , the loners – they just don’t care. They are not interested in conforming to what is considered “normal” today, keeping up with trends, and following the crowd. They just remain loyal to themselves. This after we had a conversation with who struck as the quuen in the jungle, Ofentse Mathope Mawisa.
BCR: 1. Tell us who are you and what makes you stand out from other Creatives?
MAWISA :‘My Name Is Ofentse Mathope But Known As Mawisa From Mabopane Pretoria.
‘I Guess What Makes Me Stand Out From The Rest Is My Authencity.
2. Tell us about your work and where do you see yourself in 6 months from now ?
MAWISA : ‘I’m A Tv And Radio Presenter , Mc / Host ,Philanthropist ‘.
‘The Plan Is To See My Self Running A Fully Fledged Lifestyle Brand And Not Forgetting Being A House Hold Brand’.
BCR : Tell us about your highlights in your career?
MAWISA: ‘Quite A Lot Hey LOL But One That Takes The Cup Was Winning The Flavour Market Female Competition. ‘ Walking Away With 5k Cash Prize .
BCR : Do you think the LGBTQ plus is given enough respect creatively in the industry? If yes please elaborate.
MAWISA : ‘Not Really Hence We Need To Always Raise The Lgbti Flag Most Of The Time.
‘Lgbtiaq Activism Work Needs To Be Visible At All Times,Hence We Need Lgbtiaq Community Members Within The Entertainment Industry To Always Come Forward & Raise Their Voice.
BCR : What message would you like to give to those who individuals who ask favours or think the LGBTQ individuals are stranded for love?
MAWISA: ‘That Narrative Sjould Change Because Many Are Loved But Not Genuinely So’.
‘It’s Either TheIr Love Is Bought Or Taken For Granted’.
‘Always Seek Genuine Souls’.
‘Don’t Fall For This Fakes Ones’.
BCR : What message do you have for fans ?
‘Being Genuine Takes Nothing From You. ‘ Be Kind.’