Alexia Mupende

Alexia Uwera Mupende (17 November 1984 – 8 January 2019) was a Rwandan model, actress and fitness expert, who at the time of her death, was the General Manager at Waka Fitness, in Kigali, the capital city of Rwanda. On the evening of Tuesday, 8 January 2019, the body of Alexia Uwera Mupende was found in one of the bedrooms at her father's home in Nyarugunga Sector, Kicukiro District, a suburb of the city of Kigali. She had been stabbed multiple times. Quotes What on earth am I here for, what is His purpose for my life? Hopefully, I can fulfill it. "21 QUESTIONS: Alexia Mupende", The New Times. (December 08, 2022) Sometimes when you are blessed it’s only fair to help and bless others, some people call it paying forward, in my opinion anything to make the world a better place. "21 QUESTIONS: Alexia Mupende", The New Times. (December 08, 2022) That’s every model’s biggest fear before they rock the ramp. Well I would gather courage, get up and rock that runway like the rent is due. It would probably be the best comeback ever! "21 QUESTIONS: Alexia Mupende". newtimes.co.rw (October 13, 2026) I prefer going natural, makeup is good and helps accentuate one’s beautiful features, but again even designers always like to see a plain canvas so they can have an idea how to work with it! "21 QUESTIONS: Alexia Mupende". newtimes.co.rw (October 13, 2026) I guess as long as what you wear accentuates your features, go for it! "21 QUESTIONS: Alexia Mupende". newtimes.co.rw (October 13, 2026) I can only imagine it’s by the grace of God that I won, He is the owner of everything and we are just stewards. "21 QUESTIONS: Alexia Mupende". newtimes.co.rw (October 13, 2026) I would invest in something that would take care of me and my loved ones for generations to come. "21 QUESTIONS: Alexia Mupende". newtimes.co.rw (October 13, 2026) It’s not always that you will be discovered, sometimes you also have to put a push and get yourself seen. Alexia Mupende. rwandaclothing.com (October 13, 2026) Wherever I felt I had the desire to be part of something, I would contact the people involved and present to them what I had done thus far and see how I can work with them. Alexia Mupende. rwandaclothing.com (October 13, 2026) Every experience brings something different to it. Alexia Mupende. rwandaclothing.com (October 13, 2026) With runway, there’s the exhilaration of doing it and actually being on the runway and the catwalk. Alexia Mupende. rwandaclothing.com (October 13, 2026) When you do commercial modeling or catalogue, it’s a lot of work in the moment but you see the result after. Alexia Mupende. rwandaclothing.com (October 13, 2026) When you see the result, it’s a different feeling altogether. Alexia Mupende. rwandaclothing.com (October 13, 2026) For me, I think every step ahead that I make is something to celebrate. Alexia Mupende. rwandaclothing.com (October 13, 2026) However small it might seem for someone, I am always thankful for every opportunity. Alexia Mupende. rwandaclothing.com (October 13, 2026) I’ve been blessed and I am thankful that I’ve been able to do multiple shows both locally; with individual designers and fashion weeks. Alexia Mupende. rwandaclothing.com (October 13, 2026) I’ve been able to travel abroad to represent my country. Alexia Mupende. rwandaclothing.com (October 13, 2026) So, for me any opportunity is a blessing. Alexia Mupende. rwandaclothing.com (October 13, 2026) One of the things I love about modeling is that it provides opportunities to travel. You get to experience different people and different cultures. Alexia Mupende. rwandaclothing.com (October 13, 2026) You have to invest quite a bit in yourself as an individual in terms of your health and fitness, your mental state of mind. Alexia Mupende. rwandaclothing.com (October 13, 2026) You have to be ready to work because this is a job. Alexia Mupende. rwandaclothing.com (October 13, 2026) Being healthy, fit and always ready for any work because every opportunity presents itself with different challenges. Alexia Mupende. rwandaclothing.com (October 13, 2026) You cannot always predict where you will work and the kind of work you will get. Alexia Mupende. rwandaclothing.com (October 13, 2026) You cannot always predict where you will work and the kind of work you will get. So, being able to adapt to all of that can sometimes be challenging. Alexia Mupende. rwandaclothing.com (October 13, 2026) What you put inside of you actually comes out. Alexia Mupende. rwandaclothing.com (October 13, 2026) Drinking a lot of water, keeping yourself hydrated, being active, working out,… it’s really good. Alexia Mupende. rwandaclothing.com (October 13, 2026) Everyone has something different that works for them. Alexia Mupende. rwandaclothing.com (October 13, 2026) Any course of activity that keeps you healthy and keeps your body active is recommended for everyone. Alexia Mupende. rwandaclothing.com (October 13, 2026) I love to dress for comfort more than anything, but again I also believe it’s also worth dressing according to the occasion. Alexia Mupende. rwandaclothing.com (October 13, 2026) I love just being in my jeans and comfortable shoes, that’s who I am! Alexia Mupende. rwandaclothing.com (October 13, 2026) But from time to time, I do switch things up! Alexia Mupende. rwandaclothing.com (October 13, 2026) Sometimes you assume that modeling is all glamorous but there are a lot of realities behind the scenes that you need to know about. Alexia Mupende. rwandaclothing.com (October 13, 2026) Patience is a very big one in this industry. Alexia Mupende. rwandaclothing.com (October 13, 2026) You can’t want instant gratification from everything you do. Alexia Mupende. rwandaclothing.com (October 13, 2026) You have to work hard, invest a lot of your time and energy and you have to be willing to try things outside the norm that you are used to in order to be able to get somewhere. Alexia Mupende. rwandaclothing.com (October 13, 2026) Believe in what you are doing, and most of all if you are doing something that you love and you are passionate about, give it your best and just keep pushing; not just doing things for money. Alexia Mupende. rwandaclothing.com (October 13, 2026) You have to do things because you love them. Alexia Mupende. rwandaclothing.com (October 13, 2026) Otherwise, money might take a while to come, but if you are passionate about something and you are professional about how you execute your work, people will see that in you and will be more likely willing to work with you. Alexia Mupende. rwandaclothing.com (October 13, 2026) I know it’s good to dream big; I dreamt big, I’ve realized a number of dreams and I’m still hoping to realize more. Alexia Mupende. rwandaclothing.com (October 13, 2026) It’s good to dream but you have to work hard, you have to work really hard and never give up just because the odds are against you. Alexia Mupende. rwandaclothing.com (October 13, 2026) If you really push and work hard, you are likely to get what you want. Alexia Mupende. rwandaclothing.com (October 13, 2026) Doors can open for you because of how you present yourself. Alexia Mupende. rwandaclothing.com (October 13, 2026) I believe a healthier workforce would more likely bring more results as opposed to people who are not healthy. Alexia Mupende. rwandaclothing.com (October 13, 2026) I believe a healthier workforce would more likely bring more results as opposed to people who are not healthy. Alexia Mupende. rwandaclothing.com (October 13, 2026) We focus so much on what we know, but I believe we should get to know our country. Alexia Mupende. rwandaclothing.com (October 13, 2026) I believe we have so much to offer to the world. Alexia Mupende. rwandaclothing.com (October 13, 2026) It is a beautiful place coupled with beautiful people. Alexia Mupende. rwandaclothing.com (October 13, 2026) Being able to have different experiences with different people in different settings, for me, was very rewarding. Alexia Mupende. rwandaclothing.com (October 13, 2026) In terms of income, I believe it’s going to create more jobs for people, starting from the seamstress, to the cutter, to the designers, to the retailers to the models, to generate tax revenue for the Government. Alexia Mupende. rwandaclothing.com (October 13, 2026) I just believe it is something grand and I just can’t wait to see how far it will go. Alexia Mupende. rwandaclothing.com (October 13, 2026) When people hear about Africa the first thing they assume is hunger, children starving, war, corruption, and that’s not what Africa is all about. Mupende braving the odds to showcase Africa's richness. newtimes.co.rw (October 13, 2026) We have so much to share with the world about Africa. Mupende braving the odds to showcase Africa's richness. newtimes.co.rw (October 13, 2026) We observed that it is better to work as a collective than as individuals. Mupende braving the odds to showcase Africa's richness. newtimes.co.rw (October 13, 2026) Funding and support for models is not easy and is one of our biggest challenges. Mupende braving the odds to showcase Africa's richness. newtimes.co.rw (October 13, 2026) We have to tell our own story. We have to change the narrative. Mupende braving the odds to showcase Africa's richness. newtimes.co.rw (October 13, 2026) What I do and say when I’m out there reflects on my country so I have to promote it. Mupende braving the odds to showcase Africa's richness. newtimes.co.rw (October 13, 2026) To be able to model you need a strong support system. Mupende braving the odds to showcase Africa's richness. newtimes.co.rw (October 13, 2026) At the end of the day I do not want to be able to progress in life and leave other people behind who are doing the same thing. Mupende braving the odds to showcase Africa's richness. newtimes.co.rw (October 13, 2026) If you don’t have a support system you would give up Mupende braving the odds to showcase Africa's richness. newtimes.co.rw (October 13, 2026) I like to dress simple and casual — basically more for comfort than anything else. Learn from your wardrobe malfunctions – Mupende. newtimes.co.rw (October 13, 2026) I believe everyone should own a good pair of jeans; you can never go wrong with them. Learn from your wardrobe malfunctions – Mupende. newtimes.co.rw (October 13, 2026) If some attire catches my eye and touches the heart then I have got to have it. Learn from your wardrobe malfunctions – Mupende. newtimes.co.rw (October 13, 2026) When shopping, I will consider something that is of good quality and timeless in terms of fashion trends. Learn from your wardrobe malfunctions – Mupende. newtimes.co.rw (October 13, 2026) There is nothing as bad as shopping on credit. Learn from your wardrobe malfunctions – Mupende. newtimes.co.rw (October 13, 2026) I will admit there is something about shoes and sweaters that say a lot about a guy, at least in my opinion. Learn from your wardrobe malfunctions – Mupende. newtimes.co.rw (October 13, 2026) Most importantly, it has to be reasonably priced and worth the buy. Learn from your wardrobe malfunctions – Mupende. newtimes.co.rw (October 13, 2026) Don’t take it too serious, try new things and always learn something from your wardrobe blunders! Learn from your wardrobe malfunctions – Mupende. newtimes.co.rw (October 13, 2026) You don’t have to spend a lot of money to look good, you just need to know how to mix and match. Learn from your wardrobe malfunctions – Mupende. newtimes.co.rw (October 13, 2026) External Links Category:Models Category:Actresses from Rwanda Category:1984 births Category:Women born in the 1980s Category:2019 deaths Category:Murdered people