#MODELCRUSH: Meet SA’s Zana Sibobosi, Who Went From Being Bullied For Her Looks, To Modeling Around The World

by FashionGHANA Admin March 31, 2023

March 31, 2023 3.3K views

Cape Town born and raise fashion model Zana is pushing the boundaries for many more South African models to come. The 5ft8 photogenic beauty is capable of delivering the brightest smile for the lenses and easily caught our attention landing her a spot on our model crush series.

Zana who has been modeling for 6 years now has proven to be in high demand as she is consistently being booked around the world, executing both editorial and commercial gigs. She turned her life around from one being bullied for her skin tone and looks, to being one of South Africa’s renowned fashion model ambassadors.

Her social media page (@zana_______n) has gained over 140,000 followers and one can see her various international travel experience every single day. This inspiration beauty inspired us to get a few words out of her before serving you with her portfolio.

1
What agencies are you signed to?

My mother agency is Boss Models in Cape Town, in London, it’s MOT Models and in Amsterdam, it’s Brooklyn Model Management.

2
What is your biggest modeling gig?

My biggest modeling gig was shooting a Moët and Chandon Campaign in Spain.

3
What’s the best thing about fashion modeling?

I get to travel a lot and see many places. Modeling has helped me a lot with my self-confidence, I was bullied for being dark skin, having big lips, and having dark gums. Through this industry, I gained confidence and started becoming coming out of my shell.

4
What are the downsides to modeling?

At times being a model you are constantly insecure about your physical look. Our bodies are under constant scrutiny, from your agencies or family and Instagram followers. Another one is being paid months after you’ve done the job or not being paid at all.

5
What advise will you give to young up and coming models?

There’s a lot of rejection in modeling but don’t take it personally keep your head up high, when it’s your time no one can take that away from you.

Enjoy these fabulous captures of Zana below.

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#MODELCRUSH: Meet SA’s Zana Sibobosi, Who Went From Being Bullied For Her Looks, To Modeling Around The World

1What agencies are you signed to?

2What is your biggest modeling gig?

3What’s the best thing about fashion modeling?

4What are the downsides to modeling?

5What advise will you give to young up and coming models?

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