Are you usually early or late? I
usually make it to my appointments on
time but when I’m overwhelmed, then
I run late.
What would you rate 10/10 and
why? Savoury African food — when
it’s done right, it’s lit! It really takes me
to another level. African culture and
diversity can be tasted in our spices,
and it’s the most beautiful thing to
experience. We can literally taste the
differences in our food.
What job would you be terrible at
and why? I was once a gardener and
I was terrible at it. I used to mow the
lawnmower cable (cut over it) all the
time, and it would result in me getting
an electric shock. It was not pleasant
at all.
What age do you wish you could
permanently be and why? My
current age, 32, because I’m living
my best life. I’m in a good space right
now – careerwise, mentally, spiritually
and relationship wise. Everything is
good. I also feel strong, focused and my
vision — with regards to PR, my label,
VII Recordings and everything else in
between — is very clear.
How do you unwind after a long and
hard day at work? I’m an old soul,
so I’m obsessed with music from the
good old times — hence I listen to
vinyls. I sometimes binge-watch series
with some gin and tonic, but only when
absolutely necessary. This also goes for
celebrating life, it doesn’t even have to
be anything major. It could be that I’m
celebrating surviving this crazy world.
Why did you decide to do the work
that you’re doing now? I don’t think
it was a decision I made consciously.44 |^ OCTOBER^2019 | WWW.TRUELOVE.CO.ZA
DREAMS FULFILLED
The Congolese-born international pop sensation,
Mukengerwa ‘Tresor’ Riziki, 32, on the hardest lesson learnt
so far and risks worth taking!By ZIZIPHO MQINGWANA