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MY UNIQUE BEAUTY

AS SOON as we arrive at her Soweto home she runs to welcome us with a big hug and a radiant smile, confidence surrounding her like a golden halo.

Despite her unique features and the challenges that have characterised her young life, four-year-old Muhluri Enhle Chauke is a little ray of sunshine – and she’s loving her time in the spotlight today, posing like a tiny supermodel as our photographer snaps pictures of her.

Her mom, Nikiwe Chauke (23), watches with pride. Her daughter is the centre of her world and she’s dedicated her life to ensuring she’s safe, secure and accepted by all.

Muhluri was born with frontal encephalocele, a condition that causes a hole in

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