Yaya Mavundla Breaks Silence on the Joys and Hardships of Being a Transwoman in South Africa

• Fashionista and activist Yaya Mavundla has opened up about her journey to being a successful transwoman in South Africa
• The stunner shared how her family's acceptance made her become who she is without fear
• She added that society must be educated on how to be accepting should they meet a community or family member who wants to transition
• Yaya also said she is working with Angel Maxine, the first openly Trans woman from Ghana

Yaya Mavundla is a force to be reckoned with in the trans activism and fashion worlds, but she did not have it easy. The star recently spoke about how she strives to live her truth.

Mavundla, who has worked with organisations such as Gender DynamiX, and Wits RHI Transgender clinic, said the main aim of her career is to be the voice for the trans people in South Africa.

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Speaking about her journey, Yaya Mavundla said she did not have a difficult time trying to "come out" because her family knew she was different from a young age. According to TimesLIVE, she added that she hopes families can be educated on supporting members who want to transition. She said:

"I think we need to educate or advise families instead of speaking to the young kid We should sensitise the family that should it happen, they come across a time where the child might seem different from other kids, this is how they should deal with things."

Speaking exclusively to Briefly News, Yaya Mavundla said people in power need to start putting in place policies that will make trans people feel like they are a part of society. She said:

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"I believe the day society doesn't see the need to accept us but rather respect us, we won't be having conversations of asking to be given equal opportunities, which is why I never believed in inclusivity, for me, that is done measly to tick the box. If you respect me that much, what I deserve will be provided to me fairly to be seen as a project."

Yaya is broadening her activism to go past the South African borders. The stunner said she is currently working with the first openly trans woman from Ghana, Angel Maxine. She said working with Angel was a no-brainer because her activism speaks to her purpose. She added:

"I've recently connected with a Ghanaian first openly Transgender woman who is a musician and an activist. Her advocacy and activism speaks to my purpose, and we are gonna be doing some work together."

The fashion entrepreneur also shared that her fans should look out for the big things in the pipeline for next year.

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Reason fumes after being listed among South Africa's worst rappers, takes to Twitter to fire shots

In more entertainment news, Briefly News also reported that the trending list of the country's worst rappers has caused a stir on social media. Stars such as Reason, Stilo Magolide, Boity, and Nadia Nakai made it to the list.

Social media has been buzzing with mixed reactions from fans who feel the list is unfair. Some said a lot of whack rappers such as Cassper Nyovest and AKA were left out while good rappers made it to the list.

According to ZAlebs, Reason's fans questioned the list's credibility after mentioning the star. Many said it was disrespectful to mention the rapper and Amapiano star, given his immense contribution to the rap game.

Source: Briefly News