MINIYOTHABO Baloyi-Chiwenga, wife of Vice President Constantino Chiwenga, stole the fashion spotlight at the country's 44th independence celebrations in Murambinda.
Her unique take on the national dress incorporated a transparent laced bodice reflecting the national colours and the Zimbabwean bird. This stylish twist coordinated with her husband's attire.
The traditional Zimbabwean attire typically consists of a wraparound cloth, earrings, and necklaces.
Baloyi-Chiwenga's design added a touch of modern flair with the lace.
This attire is reserved for special occasions like Independence Day and Heroe’s Day.
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Photos of the Chiwenga and his wife circulated widely on social media, with many praising her fashion sense.
An army colonel, Baloyi-Chiwenga recently married the vice president after his divorce. Beyond her military service, she is a successful businesswoman who runs a chain of high-end boutiques in Harare called “Style By Minnie".
Baloyi-Chiwenga is known for her intellectual abilities. She is reportedly multilingual, fluent in six languages including Mandarin, French, and Zulu.
She leverages this skillset as a government linguist, translating Chinese and lecturing in Chinese at both the Zimbabwe Staff College and the Harare Institute of Technology.
Baloyi-Chiwenga was recently named as the new chairperson of Miss Universe Zimbabwe. The prestigious pageant made a return after a long hiatus from the international stage, with Brooke Bruk Jackson serving as their representative last year.