This archive report was first published on 29 November 2019.
On November 29, 2019, Maria Borges sat down with KTN's Everyday Woman to share her inspiring story of perseverance and determination.
At just 27 years old, Maria has already achieved what many can only dream of – walking down hundreds of runways and doing thousands of magazine covers. But her journey to becoming a supermodel wasn't always easy.
Born in Angola, Maria initially wanted to pursue a career in medicine, but her sister convinced her to try her hand at modeling. It was a decision that would change the course of her life forever.
Speaking to KTN's Everyday Woman, Maria revealed that she has been making waves in the modeling industry for seven years, opening doors of opportunity for young African women like herself.
Her successful career was spearheaded in Portugal, where she was able to leverage her fluency in Portuguese to connect with local designers and clients.
From Portugal, Maria took her talents to New York, where she quickly made a name for herself in the competitive world of fashion.
Today, Maria is a household name, known for breaking barriers and pushing boundaries in the modeling industry. She has been featured in Forbes Africa and has worked with top designers and brands around the world.
But Maria's success isn't just about her own achievements – she is also passionate about giving back to her community and supporting local talent.
Whenever she visits a new African country, Maria ensures that her PR team connects her to local fashion designers to make her look like an African queen.
She also believes that African parents should support their children in their ventures of life and passions, without limiting their dreams.
As Maria continues to soar to new heights in her career, she leaves behind a legacy of giving and receiving – a reminder that with hard work and determination, anything is possible.
Watch her inspiring interview below:
