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Zoalize Jansen van Rensburg wins World Designer Award for Africa at Miss World 2025

Zoalize Jansen van Rensburg, crowned Miss World South Africa 2025, proudly represented her country by winning the World Designer Award for Africa at the Miss World Top Model Competition, showcasing a stunning dress inspired by South Africa's national flower.

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Kamogelo Makhura|Published

Tshego Gaelae crowned as the first Black Mrs World in Las Vegas

Gaelae captivated the judges and audience in an elegant, custom-made white dress adorned with intricate beadwork and embroidery by South African designer Claris by Gerrit Pienaar.

The Star News
Staff Reporter|Published

Mbali Dlamini represents South Africa at Miss Charm in Vietnam

Mbali Dlamini, a finalist from Miss South Africa 2019, is representing South Africa at Miss Charm in Vietnam, where she aims to showcase the country's beauty and resilience.

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Thobile Mazibuko|Published

Continuing a legacy: Mbali Khumalo crowned Miss Soweto 2024

Mbali Khumalo, a 20-year-old psychology student, has been crowned Miss Soweto 2024, following in her mother's footsteps.

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Thobile Mazibuko|Published

Miss Universe Kenya Irene Mukii resigns amidst unfulfilled promises

Miss Universe Kenya Irene Ng’endo Mukii resigns to focus on community service, while Chidimma Adetshina steps back from pageants after her runner-up success.

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Thobile Mazibuko|Published

WATCH: Miss Universe Africa and Oceania Chidimma Adetshina opens up about her emotional journey

As she embarks on a new chapter, she remains committed to self-discovery and powerful representation for Africa.

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Alyssia Birjalal|Published

Miss South Africa Mia Le Roux withdraws from Miss Universe 2024 due to health concerns

Following the announcement, Mia Le Roux has received an outpouring of support from fans and the Miss Universe Organisation.

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Alyssia Birjalal|Published

Zkhiphani celebrates 15 years of youth culture with a festive anniversary event

Zkhiphani celebrates 15 years of urban youth culture with a spectacular anniversary festival

The Star News
Anita Nkonki|Published

Botswana's Youth Revolution: Miss World Africa Lesego Chombo takes office as Minister of Youth and Gender

Following the recent elections, Botswana welcomes a new president, Duma Boko, who has appointed 26-year-old Lesego Chombo as Minister of Youth and Gender, marking a significant shift towards youth representation in government.

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Thobile Mazibuko|Published

Luxurious Marble Circus combines culture and glamour for a memorable festival experience

Celebrating culture, food, and music at the Luxurious Marble Circus festival

Saturday Star News
Anita Nkonki|Published

Vote for Mia Le Roux: South Africa's hope for the Miss Universe title

Join South Africa in supporting Mia Le Roux as she competes in Miss Universe 2024, advocating for the deaf community and showcasing the nation's beauty.

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Thobile Mazibuko|Published

Former Miss South Africa Kerishnie Naiker shares her recovery journey

Kerishnie Naiker, former Miss South Africa, shares her inspiring journey of recovery after being wheelchair-bound for five months, offering valuable insights and advice

Lifestyle Health
Thobile Mazibuko|Published

No sour grapes from Nande Mabala despite missing out on Miss World SA crown again

Nande Mabala, the first runner-up at Miss World South Africa 2024, is making waves not just in beauty pageants but also in social impact

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Ronewa Jessica Mashamba|Published

Jansen van Rensburg eager to bring Miss World title after being crown winner

The Miss World competition focusses on Beauty with a Purpose, encouraging contestants to create and execute their own personal project to present at the event.

The Star News
Anita Nkonki|Published

Zoalize Jansen van Rensburg, 18, crowned Miss World South Africa

Zoalize will now prepare to compete for the global title, hoping to secure South Africa’s fourth Miss World crown.

Mercury News
Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published

Van Rensburg crowned the youngest Miss World SA

Joalize Jansen van Rensburg, 18, from Pretoria, makes history as the youngest Miss World SA. Her ‘Never Too Young to Advocate’ project aims to empower youth globally. Learn about her journey and mission to bring the fourth Blue Crown to South Africa.

The Star News
Hope Mafu|Published

The countdown to crowning Miss World SA has begun

As the eagerly-awaited event draws near, all eyes are on the top 10 finalists, which include Jesmika Singh, Ximiyeto Makhubele, Nande Mabala, Lynique Odendaal, Tshiamo Setlhare, Neo Nkhumane, Zoalize Jansen van Rensburg, Amber Marais, and Thembelihle Mnguni, as they contend for the coveted title.

The Star News
Anita Nkonki|Published

Meet the Miss World South Africa 2024 judges

Eight industry experts from all over the world will be judging the Miss World South Africa 2024 finalists on October 5.

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Thobile Mazibuko|Published

ProVerb confirmed as the host of ‘Miss World South Africa 2024’

ProVerb's journey has been one of consistent growth and achievement.

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Bernelee Vollmer|Published

Miss World SA finalist wants to inspire, empower others

The Miss World SA finalist expressed her gratitude for the rewarding experience, emphasising that she embraced the challenges encountered from the beginning of the competition as valuable life lessons.

Mercury News
Siphesihle Buthelezi|Published

Miss World South Africa finale to take place at Sun City

These are the top 10 ladies who made it to the Miss World South Africa finale and one of them will be crowned the queen on October 5.

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Thobile Mazibuko|Published

SA among the countries with the most beautiful people in the world

South Africa was named the 10th country with the most beautiful people in the world.

Sunday Tribune Lifestyle
Thobile Mazibuko|Published

Chidimma Adetshina crowned Miss Universe Nigeria 2024

After dumping South Africa and going to her father’s land, Chidimma Adetshina’s efforts did not go into vain as she got crowned Miss Universe Nigeria 2024 on Saturday night, August 31 2024.

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Kamogelo Makhura|Published