Miss SA 2005 – Bruinous represent

The
contestants that I am referring to are Tatum Keshwar (below) and Robyn-Leigh Cedras (above), who so happen to be
Coloured.

We have managed to get hold of an ecstatic yet
nervous Tatum but we were unfortunately unable to do a full interview
with her due to some very tight timelines that she has ahead of the
pageant. We did, however, manage to speak to her telephonically. She is
really excited about the event and we wished her well and told her that
whatever happens she has made us proud and should just have fun and
enjoy the experience. We have been unable to get hold of Robyn-Leigh
but we send the same sentiments out to her.

Courtesy of the Miss SA website, we have “taken” a profile of both
of these contestants and used it on Bruinou.com for the benefit of our
members.

Tatum Keshwar

Tatum hails from Durban, originally from Wentworth and currently lives in Montclair. Here are some of her stats:

Date
of
Birth:
14/12/1983
Age: 21
Town
of
Residence:
Durban
School / College in attendance: UKZN – University of Kwazulu Natal
Languages
spoken:
English
Words to describe yourself: Outspoken, humble and quirky
Goals:
Successful business woman, mother, wife, role model
Hobbies:
Modelling, gyming – fitness training

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Favourites

Music:
R&B, Soul, Old School
Celebrity:
Basetsana, Jo-Anne Strauss and Oprah
Artist:
Maxwell, Earth Wind and Fire, Luther Vandross
Colour:
Green
Food:
Italian and spicy food

General

Who do you admire most and why

I
admire many different people for their different attributes – ambition
& tenacity, humility,honesty, forgiveness, success beyond
expectations

What do you think is most important in life?

Positive self-belief, ambition, family, love and respect for God

Describe the essence of you

I’m
a quiet, but lively person that enjoys self expression and the company
of people. I realise the importance of developing myself
personally.

Should you be crowned Miss SA 2005, what would your goals be in your reign year?

To
best use the opportunity of being Miss SA. To network and create
relationships with contacts that will help put structures in place to
better the lives of others. To make a difference in my country.

What is your message to the public?

We
South Africans have a beautiful country with many wonderful diverse
people. Let us encourage each other to share what we receive and teach
what we learn. Thank you for your faith in me and help me to make a
difference where I can

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Robyn-Leigh Cedras

Date
of
Birth:
06/10/1982
Age:
22
Town of
Residence:
Cape Town
School / College in attendance: Completed BA(FA) Honours at UCT
Languages
spoken:
English
Words to describe
yourself:
Creative, dedicated & level headed
Goals:
To be known in the world of visual arts as a female artist
working with social issues
Hobbies:
Drawing, reading, sculpture, research – social history & art

Favourites

Music:
Rap, hip-hop, R&B and Jazz
Celebrity:
Beyonce Knowles
Artist:
Robin Rode
Colour:
Red
Food:
Fresh pasta, salads & steak

General

Who
do you admire most and why Vanessa Carreira, for her work on
Motswako was great and she’s a sterling example of a strong young woman

What do you think is most important in life

Balance is vital. With every decision humbleness and consideration for others should be top priority

Describe the essence of you

I’m a strong woman who is driven in everything I do. I hope to make a difference in my lifetime.

Should you be crowned Miss SA 2005, what would your goals be in your reign year?

I
hope to do lots of work speaking out against women and children’s
rights violations. People living with the aids virus like Topologa.
These people need support and care as well as financial assistance.

What is your message to the public?

It is important to keep your goals clear and your life balanced. Spirituality is where I draw my strength.