Miss Generous
A young girl who is taking part in the Miss Princess pageant speaks to The Zone about her preparations for the event and how it has impacted her life.
Danel du Toit is no ordinary nine-year-old. She is one of the finalists for Miss Princess Namibia 2017 pageant. She recently started contesting in beauty pageants and says she enjoys the competitions she takes part in.
She also shares how her random acts of kindness to communities in Windhoek have put a smile on the faces of the needy.
The third grade learner at Pioneers Park Primary School, understands that her role as a finalist is not an easy job and is not just about being pretty and all dolled up.
Du Toit said it's all about learning from a young age, giving back to those in need and being responsible for the choices she makes in life.
“I like assisting people because when I usually help people I know that I can change their lives,” she said.
Du Toit has been taking part in pageants because it has been a way for her to build her character saying she wants to assist more people in Namibia through various pageant platforms. “I compete in pageants because they are very great and build someone's character and instil discipline.
“I also want to make Namibia a better place one day,” said du Toit.
The soft spoken girl says more young girls should take part in pageants because they teach young ladies about the importance of life, leads to character development and prepares them for a better outlook for the future through interacting with different people. “I think pageants are important because you help people. It builds one's self-confidence and turns you into an emotionally stronger person.
“It is also a good opportunity to interact with other people,” du Toit said.
Du Toit said she does not let the pressure of the Miss Princess Namibia get drain her as she can she still enjoy doing regular things.
“My favourite subjects at school are mathematics and arts. I enjoy reading and drawing,” said du Toit.
She must do charity as part of her duties and in fulfilment if this mandate, she has visited the Katatura Old age Home and served them soup.
During another visit, she delivered lunch packs for them. She also recently visited Dinosaur Land in Katatura with where she engaged different people and donated a few items to them. Du Toit also donated paint to Dinosaur land so that the school can have a face lift.
Her mother, Rivonia du Toit, says the Miss Princess pageant has motivated her daughter to work harder and has since boosted her confidence.
“What I have seen so far is that she has gotten stronger and more confident about the kind of things she does. The most important thing is that the girls have learned to give back to the community and that is a very important role they play.”
The mother says Danela has so far been preparing for the event and that it has been a learning curve for the little one.
“The theme of the event is based on the mermaid and she has been working hard working on the masquerade and costume dresses for the big night. She has been working hard through her charity initiatives.
“She has amazed me because she is an introvert but she has changed and she communicates more and is not shy like she used to be,” said her proud mother.
Du Toit engages in random acts of kindness once a week before she leaves for school.
Throughout the week she collects food to make a hamper and then randomly select someone on the street to give.
“I help whenever and wherever I can once a week by giving people a hamper of food every morning before I go to school I choose randomly.
There is so much we can do to help one another and I really feel good that I give back to the community,” shared du Toit.
She says she will continue helping people and giving back to the communities after the pageant and is calling on more people to assist people in their commiunities.
Shona Ngava
She also shares how her random acts of kindness to communities in Windhoek have put a smile on the faces of the needy.
The third grade learner at Pioneers Park Primary School, understands that her role as a finalist is not an easy job and is not just about being pretty and all dolled up.
Du Toit said it's all about learning from a young age, giving back to those in need and being responsible for the choices she makes in life.
“I like assisting people because when I usually help people I know that I can change their lives,” she said.
Du Toit has been taking part in pageants because it has been a way for her to build her character saying she wants to assist more people in Namibia through various pageant platforms. “I compete in pageants because they are very great and build someone's character and instil discipline.
“I also want to make Namibia a better place one day,” said du Toit.
The soft spoken girl says more young girls should take part in pageants because they teach young ladies about the importance of life, leads to character development and prepares them for a better outlook for the future through interacting with different people. “I think pageants are important because you help people. It builds one's self-confidence and turns you into an emotionally stronger person.
“It is also a good opportunity to interact with other people,” du Toit said.
Du Toit said she does not let the pressure of the Miss Princess Namibia get drain her as she can she still enjoy doing regular things.
“My favourite subjects at school are mathematics and arts. I enjoy reading and drawing,” said du Toit.
She must do charity as part of her duties and in fulfilment if this mandate, she has visited the Katatura Old age Home and served them soup.
During another visit, she delivered lunch packs for them. She also recently visited Dinosaur Land in Katatura with where she engaged different people and donated a few items to them. Du Toit also donated paint to Dinosaur land so that the school can have a face lift.
Her mother, Rivonia du Toit, says the Miss Princess pageant has motivated her daughter to work harder and has since boosted her confidence.
“What I have seen so far is that she has gotten stronger and more confident about the kind of things she does. The most important thing is that the girls have learned to give back to the community and that is a very important role they play.”
The mother says Danela has so far been preparing for the event and that it has been a learning curve for the little one.
“The theme of the event is based on the mermaid and she has been working hard working on the masquerade and costume dresses for the big night. She has been working hard through her charity initiatives.
“She has amazed me because she is an introvert but she has changed and she communicates more and is not shy like she used to be,” said her proud mother.
Du Toit engages in random acts of kindness once a week before she leaves for school.
Throughout the week she collects food to make a hamper and then randomly select someone on the street to give.
“I help whenever and wherever I can once a week by giving people a hamper of food every morning before I go to school I choose randomly.
There is so much we can do to help one another and I really feel good that I give back to the community,” shared du Toit.
She says she will continue helping people and giving back to the communities after the pageant and is calling on more people to assist people in their commiunities.
Shona Ngava
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