➢ On Girl Power
What roles have the friendships you’ve established around you played?
My friends push me to be a better person; they support and motivate me to achieve my dreams
Do you have female role models or mentors?
My sister Mrs. Daisy Mulamuzi Kasujja
What is the most important advice you’ve ever received from a fellow woman?
Focus on tomorrow, forget yesterday.
Who have you drawn professional inspiration from lately? It could be from a far (stalking them on Instagram) or up-close?
Faith Imani, of Serene Beauty.
What is one thing you know now about women and work that you wish you had known earlier in your career?
We have all it takes to achieve our dreams
What do you wish little girls everywhere knew?
You are strong, powerful and beautiful. Let no one make you feel inferior.
➢ On Life
So what’s lingering in your mind these days?
Adulting; figuring this whole thing out
What’s the most courageous thing you’ve done lately?
Further my education while running a business and having an 8-5job. It’s a lot.
Do you believe in God? How has that belief shaped your life and decisions?
I believe in God. Everything in my life revolves around God and who He is to me. I’m stronger with Him by my side.
➢ On Dreaming Like A Dream
What are you excited about right now?
My Masters Degree In Human Resource Management; I’m enjoying it
What does the future look like for Shanana?
Starting our own bridal shop, makeup and hair line.
And for you? What does the future look like for you Jojo?
It looks like this; CEO to a multi billion company, wife and mother to some amazing children. (Hopefully)
You studied social work at university; do you see yourself one day working in that field?
Not really…
➢ On Keeping It Short, Fun And Light
(Answer with 1-3 words or one short sentence)
Jojo’s best thing about Uganda is…Food
If Jojo were brave enough, she would…Swim
Jojo feels content when…Eating. And Doing My Makeup
If Jojo could live off one food, it’d be…Potato Crisps
Person whose work Jojo admires the most is…Faith Imani
The website Jojo can’t resist checking is…Pinterest
The best thing not yet invented according to Jojo is…(idk)
If Jojo were a billionaire, she would…Start My Own Makeup Empire
One person Jojo would love to meet is…Mario (heart eyes)
Jojo current obsession is…Perfumes And Scents
The song Jojo can’t resist dancing to is…Kachumbali
Jojo cannot live without…Good Food
Jojo advice to her younger self is…. Everything Comes To An End
Before we come to the end of this amazing interview, is there something I haven’t asked about that you wanted to address? If so, go ahead. If not, you can fill the space by telling me how amazing I am!
Thank you for having me . It’s such an honor.
One last thing, how can we make you famous? Where can we find you?
We have an Instagram account @shanana makeup and our online store @shanana beauty products
DM or WhatsApp us on 0701616008.
Wait…. One more thing… how are Mum and Dad? I think you dad is tired of me… always promising to come visit and never actually coming. Apologize to him on my behalf. I think he’s the best.
Ha-ha.. They are great. I’ll pass on your message….
Hope you enjoyed this. Share with friends and family and in all your whatsapp groups. Share something productive today instead of memes! You can find Part 1 of Jojo’s interview here:
Love you all,
Keep hanging onto hope,
Naks.
