Is Dabilo Moses really killing it
Self-proclaimed Botswana’s Diamond, Dabilo Moses, is undeniably a queen in her own right, with a striking beauty and a powerful presence that once took the pageantry world by storm.
However, the path of a public figure is not always paved with gold, and Dabilo has navigated her share of controversies and whispered criticisms. While she has handled them with a certain grace, the echoes of these moments have lingered, following her like a shadow.
In 2021, Dabilo was a formidable contender for the Miss Botswana title. With her captivating walk and bold fashion statements, she seemed destined to wear the diamond tiara. But fate had other plans, and the crown went to Palesa Molefe.
While Molefe’s journey to the Top 40 at Miss World was commendable, it also sparked conversations about the ideal qualities of a beauty queen. Critics pointed to her height and the impact of her “Beauty-with-a-Purpose” project, raising questions about what it truly takes to succeed on the global stage.
This brings readers to a point of contention for Dabilo herself: her own “Beauty-with-a-Purpose” (BWAP) project. As Miss Supranational Botswana 2023, she had a platform to make a tangible difference. Unfortunately, a record of impactful, life-changing work during her reign is not readily available.
The essence of a queen’s role extends beyond the pageant stage; it is a commitment to service and social change. While the late arrival of her grand prize, a Haval Jolion, did make headlines, her silent BWAP project did not.
Dabilo had a golden opportunity to lend her voice and influence to pressing issues. She could have championed the cause of children in poverty-stricken areas, working to alleviate hunger and provide basic necessities like school uniforms, shoes, food, and shelter.
With Botswana facing a severe malaria problem, particularly in the North West, Okavango, and Chobe regions, Dabilo could have become a powerful advocate, collaborating with health professionals to raise awareness, distribute safety nets and medications, and provide shelter.
It is in the world of fashion and beauty that Dabilo truly shines, and here, she is undeniably killing it. Her outstanding wardrobe and weekly transformations, a result of collaborations with local talents like stylist Jomo Kgaolo, Bornaking Photography, Nora Cosmetics, Funky Resy, and HairStranz BW, make her a style icon. She is a beautiful representation of what it means to be a modern queen in the context of clothes, makeup, and hair.
The question of whether Dabilo Moses is “really killing it” is one that hangs in the air, with the answer written on the wall. While her fashion sense, looks, and striking presence are a tour de force, her impact on the community has been less pronounced.
However, all is not lost. It is not too late for Dabilo to go back to the drawing board. As a Miss Universe Botswana Top 10 finalist, she has another chance to make her mark and be remembered for more than just her stunning appearance. The true essence of pageantry, after all, is not just about beauty, it is about the purpose behind the crown.”
