Qhawekazi Mazaleni won the Miss South Africa crown on Sunday at Sun City Superbowl after competing against nine finalists in the pageant's 76th edition. The new titleholder announced plans to focus her reign on women's empowerment, youth unemployment, education access, and civic participation across the nation. Luyanda Zuma finished as first runner-up while Karabo Mareka took second runner-up honors at the competition.
Mazaleni told audiences her platform will address social and economic challenges affecting South Africans rather than traditional pageant activities. Judges praised all contestants for demonstrating depth beyond conventional beauty standards throughout the selection process. The winners will represent the organization as ambassadors while supporting initiatives that drive change in communities nationwide.
Mazaleni told audiences her platform will address social and economic challenges affecting South Africans rather than traditional pageant activities. Judges praised all contestants for demonstrating depth beyond conventional beauty standards throughout the selection process. The winners will represent the organization as ambassadors while supporting initiatives that drive change in communities nationwide.
