The fashion world is constantly witnessing new beginnings, but some of them make history. This has been the case with Micklate Macobolawho made his international premiere at Paris Fashion Weekwhere she has paraded for renowned houses such as Alaïa y Saint Laurent. A milestone that not only celebrates individual talent, but also the advancement of an entire creative community that has worked for years to conquer global spaces.
Micklate is officially the first Mozambican model to appear on the Paris catwalks, and her impact has not gone unnoticed. She was recognised by Models.com as one of the Top Newcomers of the Autumn-Winter 2025 seasonThis distinction confirms his international projection and natural talent.
An achievement that represents many
For Da Banda Model ManagementThe agency, which has been active for 15 years and has been representing models from Mozambique for 14 years, this moment represents a before and an after. It has been a long road, with constant work to open doors to major international markets. Micklate's success is not only a source of pride, it is also a collective commemoration for African talent - especially that of Portuguese-speaking countries (PALOP) - which has so often been made invisible.
These kinds of achievements do not come out of nowhere. They are the result of a vision sustained over time. Since it was founded, Da Banda has been committed to making visible models of Angola, Cape Verde y Mozambiquemany of whom have been highlighted as up-and-comers in the great fashion capitals - Paris, Milan, New York, London.
Names such as Amilna Estevão, Roberta Narciso, Maria Borges o Alécia Morais have been part of this legacy. They are all examples of how African talent - when given the chance - shines through.
A generation that is changing the industry
Micklate's arrival in Paris joins a wave of African models who are redefining the canons of the industry. From the coverage of BET on African-descendant talent to watch in New YorkFrom the growing representation of models with diverse roots in global publishing and campaigning, there is a transformation underway.
But beyond international recognition, this moment invites us to reflect on the importance of the platforms that promote these talents. Agencies such as Da Banda not only discover models, they also build bridges between cultural, linguistic and economic contexts.
A firm step into the future
For those of us who have followed this journey, seeing Micklate triumph in Paris is much more than a professional victory. It is the validation of years of effort, of many stories of perseverance and of an identity that finally finds its place on the world's most influential catwalks.
Micklate Macobola's journey is just beginning, but he is already a symbol of what can be achieved when talent is combined with vision, dedication and a support network that believes in its people.