From Work to Play - A Day in the Life of Nelisile Mkhonto, the Corporate Housewife
By Lindelwa Masuku
Nelisile Mkhonto, also known as the Corporate Housewife, has taken the social media world by storm. Her vlogs on YouTube and TikTok share her day-to-day experiences as a young wife and a driven corporate woman.
Her channel provides a glimpse into her life, where she juggles a demanding career while still managing to keep up with her responsibilities as a new wife.
As part of Joburg Post's weekly "UNFILTERED" series, Nelisile was invited to share her personal experiences and provide insights into her life. The questions covered a range of topics from her personal style signifier to her favourite apps.
Nelisile's responses revealed a young woman who is both confident and accomplished, yet relatable, fun, and down-to-earth.
Nelisile Mkhonto aka The Corporate Housewife
We got a chance to chat with Nelisile on a casual and fun sit down, and here’s what she had to say;
1. My personal style signifier…
A white tee and white sneakers.
2. The last thing I bought and loved…
My Country Road camera bag and the bench I’m getting delivered today.
3. No party is complete without…
Tequila
4. The best souvenir I’ve brought home… I bought this beaded jewellery basket at Masai Market in Kenya while I was studying there. It’s probably one of the few things that have lasted from my time there and I still use it.
5. My drink of choice…
Margarita lately but for the longest time it was an Aperol Spritz
6. The best book I’ve read in the past year…
I haven’t been doing much reading lately but my favorite book I’ve read in the past two years is “Betting on a Darkie” by Mthetho Nyathi
7. The last music I downloaded…
I don’t download music because, you know, streaming apps. But I’m loving AKA’s new album.
8. In my fridge, you’ll always find…
A canned beverage of sorts. Right now hubby and I are loving the Pura sodas.
9. The thing I couldn’t do without…
My phone.
10. An indulgence I would never forget…
Starbucks and eating out.
11. My favourite style icon…
Blake Lively.
12. I’ve recently discovered…
Mabu restaurant in Waterfall. The food and the vibes are so good.
13. The beauty staples I’m never without…
Something for my lips.
14. An object I would never part with…
My wedding and engagement rings.
15. My wellbeing guru…
The Bible.
16. My favourite apps…
TikTok, Instagram, and Pinterest.
17. The work of art that changed everything for me…
I’m not really artsy.
18. My favourite building...
The Silo Hotel in Cape Town.
19. Some of the best advice I ever received…
“Never forget who you are and where you come from” my dad always used to tell me that.
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