By Charles Mkoka
In a significant turn of events,
Anjali Borkhataria, a young designer rapidly gaining fame, has recently been
named an ambassador for the Miriam Odemba Foundation. This appointment follows
her expressed wish to design for Her Excellency Hon.
Samia Suluhu Hassan, a desire that garnered
significant attention on a youth media show and social media. The wish received
a tentative nod from the President herself, adding to Anjali's growing acclaim.
During a visit to the Foundation's
offices in Dar es Salaam, Anjali's appointment was warmly received,
highlighting her ongoing contributions and potential impact. The founder of the
non-profit, Miriam Odemba, discussed the appointment in an exclusive online
interview with The Respondent Online.
Why Anjali? "Anjali is my daughter, a smart and capable girl who understands
herself well. I love her. She embodies the visionary spirit of our society,
much like the Miriam Odembas of the nineties, who often faced discouragement
and minimal encouragement. Our Foundation aims to help girls achieve and live
their dreams through their talents, professions, and skills. Anjali represents
the disciplined, hardworking Tanzanian girls who live their dreams and inspire
others to do the same."
Expectations and
Support "I expect great things from Anjali. I fully
support her work, even those happening in Europe. We recently met in Spain, and
I believe she is destined for greater achievements. Anjali reminds me of the
support I received that helped me become who I am today—a mogul in modeling.
Our Foundation's mission is to help young girls study in a nurturing
environment and pursue their dreams. Anjali is a perfect role model for African
girls in arts, fashion, and beauty."
Future Plans "Anjali will be involved in several of our projects. She is eager
to participate and has already prepared herself for upcoming initiatives,
including those slated for next month and the rest of 2024. Her enthusiasm and
genuine intention to support our vision of empowering the girl child in our
society are truly inspiring."
Anjali's collaboration with the Miriam
Odemba Foundation signifies a promising step towards fostering a supportive
environment for young girls to achieve their dreams, setting a powerful example
for the next generation of African talent.