Profile

Name: NTOMBIZANELE VANETIA TSHAKA
Location: POORTJIE
Tagline: Where beauty, nature, and purpose rise together.
What do you do for work: ECD Practical Student & Part-Time Makeup Artist. I work with young children during my ECD practicals while building my craft as a makeup artist who believes in natural beauty, confidence, and self-expression.
Career or Life Journey:
My journey is rooted in growth both personal and environmental. From the classroom to the beauty chair, I’ve learned to honour the power of storytelling, nurturing, and transformation. I’ve walked a path of resilience, discovering beauty within myself, the women around me, and the world we live in. That journey continues to inspire my passion for creating spaces where women and young people can thrive — emotionally, creatively, and consciously.

Interests and Hobbies or Activities Outside Work:
I love activities that connect beauty, nature, and community. This includes:

– Tree planting and environmental awareness
– Storytelling for healing and connection

– Skincare, makeup, and creative expression

– Creating uplifting spaces for young women
– Activities that support mental wellness and self-love

Current Activities / Projects:
Currently completing my ECD Learnership, where I focus on early childhood development, environmental awareness for young learners, and creative learning methods such as storytelling. I am also exploring ways to bring sustainability into classrooms and community spaces.
Short-Term Goals:
To continue prioritizing my health — especially my mental health — while building habits that ground me, such as spending time outdoors, practicing mindfulness, and engaging in community upliftment activities like small greening projects.
Long-Term Goals:
To create a beauty and empowerment hub that blends:

– Beauty education
– Mental wellness support
– Environmental sustainability
– Skill-building for young women

I aspire to build a space where women grow like trees — strong, rooted, and reaching skyward.
Concluding Thought / Reflection:
I believe beauty is everywhere — in the stories we tell, the trees we plant, the women we uplift, and the environments we nurture. My purpose is to create growth, spark confidence, and leave every space and person better than I found them.

Contact Information or Social Media Profiles:
Facebook: Vanetia Zanele Tshaka
TikTok: Vanetia_Tshaka