Bahumi set to host her first seminar
Actress Bahumi Mhlongo is stepping into the world of motivational speaking with a focus on building confidence.
The 29-year-old, daughter of Somizi Mhlongo and actress Palesa Madisakwane, will host her first seminar, Speak & Be Heard, at the Steyn City Hotel, north of Joburg, on Saturday, 8 February 2024.
Speaking to Daily Sun, Bahumi shared that her inspiration for the seminar comes from a deep-rooted passion for people and a desire to make a positive impact.
“There were a number of factors at play. The first is more of a personal one from a passion perspective. I really love people, and I think it’s a trait that we should all have. I genuinely care about people, and if there’s anything I can do to help, I want to share that. Whether it comes in the form of speaking or another talent or skill, I want to do that. So, I think that’s where the motivational side comes from. On the more practical side, this is not just something I jumped into. I’ve been speaking since I was a kid. I did public speaking in school when I was in grade 4. I love speaking, but I also want to make sure that what I say truly engages people. Speaking has always been something I liked from a young age— I think it’s a God-given gift. All that I needed to do was refine it, and I want to take all that I’ve refined and share it with people,” Bahumi said.
She believes that helping others is something everyone should embrace, and for her, speaking is a natural way to do that. Reflecting on her journey, she revealed that she has been passionate about public speaking since childhood, having started in grade 4.
Over the years, she has refined this skill and now feels ready to share it with a wider audience.
She hopes attendees will leave the event with a deeper understanding of true confidence.
According to Bahumi, confidence is often misunderstood and misrepresented. She emphasized that true confidence is built on trust, not just the ability to speak or present oneself well.
Many people focus on their external appearance rather than the substance of what they are saying or doing. Her goal is to help people discover and apply genuine confidence in their lives.
Looking back on the past year, Bahumi acknowledged the personal growth she has experienced.
She described the year as a period of deep learning, self-discovery, and facing fears that once held her back.
While she previously found comfort in staying within her shell, she now feels ready to embrace every ambition and dream inside her. She is determined to pursue her goals with a renewed sense of purpose and trust in God’s timing.
