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Big Apple, bigger love: Shudufhadzo Musida's romantic escapades in New York City

Shudufhadzo Musida, crowned Miss South Africa in 2020, embarks on a new chapter as a master's student in New York City, navigating romance and her role as a global advocate against female genital mutilation.

Travel World
ZamaNdosi Cele|Published

LOOK: Zozibini Tunzi's stunning traditional Xhosa wedding revealed

Former Miss Universe Zozibini Tunzi and Luthando Bolowana celebrated their love with a traditional Xhosa wedding in Sidwadweni, showcasing stunning attire and rich cultural heritage.

Lifestyle Style Beauty
Gerry Cupido|Published

WATCH: Zozibini Tunzi sings a song she wrote for her husband on their wedding day

Zozibini Tunzi, the former Miss Universe, surprises everyone with her hidden talent for songwriting as she performs a heartfelt tribute to her husband, Luthando Bolowana.

Entertainment Celebrity News
Gerry Cupido|Published

Inside Zozibini Tunzi’s glamorous fairytale wedding

Tunzi has given fans an exclusive look at her stunning wedding to Luthando Bolowana at the picturesque Belair Pavilion, sharing heartfelt moments and highlights from their special day.

Lifestyle Style Beauty Beauty
Oluthando Keteyi|Published

Who is Zozibini Tunzi's husband? Here's what we know about Luthando Bolowana

Former Miss Universe Zozi Tunzi shares a glimpse into her private wedding with Luthando Bolowana, revealing heartfelt moments and personal insights about their relationship.

Entertainment Celebrity News Local
Gerry Cupido|Published

Zozibini Tunzi says 'I Do' former Miss Universe ties the knot in star-studded Cape Town wedding

Zozibini Tunzi, the longest-reigning Miss Universe, has shared heartfelt moments with her 2. 8 million Instagram followers from her wedding ceremony.

Entertainment Celebrity News Local
Oluthando Keteyi|Published

Werner Wessels steps down as Creative Director of Miss South Africa

Werner Wessels, the visionary behind South Africa's pageantry success, has stepped down as Creative Director of the Miss South Africa organisation, marking the end of a significant chapter in beauty competitions.

Lifestyle Style Beauty Beauty
Gerry Cupido|Published

Miss Universe 1978, Margaret Gardiner makes her comeback at the globally acclaimed Miss Universe stage

The stunning 65-year-old beauty queen told IOL that pageants continue to evolve in many ways beyond the limitations of what defines beauty.

Lifestyle Style Beauty Beauty
Kamogelo Makhura|Published

Former Miss Universe Zozibini Tunzi launches fashion collection with local retailer

Join Zozibini Tunzi as she unveils her vibrant Spring/Summer 2024 collection, celebrating confidence and style

Lifestyle Style Beauty Fashion
Thobile Mazibuko|Published

‘Be authentic!’ Zozibini Tunzi urges Miss Universe Vietnam ahead of Miss Universe pageant

Miss Universe 2019 Zozibini Tunzi delivered powerful words of encouragement to contestants at the Miss Universe Vietnam 2024 pageant.

Lifestyle Style Beauty Beauty
Ronewa Jessica Mashamba|Published

Zozibini Tunzi announced as one of the Miss Universe Vietnam judges

Former Miss Universe Zozibini Tunzi will be going to Vietnam for the first time for Miss Universe Vietnam

Lifestyle Style Beauty Beauty
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

WATCH: Zozibini Tunzi gives the ‘phenomenal women’ in her life their flowers

Miss Universe 2019, Zozibini Tunzi took time out to send a special video message to all the ‘phenomenal women’ in her life.

Sunday Tribune Entertainment
Alyssia Birjalal|Published

Former Miss SA 2018 Tamaryn Green Nxumalo is expecting her first child

Congratulatory comments flooded Tamaryn Green Nxumalo’s instagram as she recently shared an exciting announcement that she is expecting a baby.

Lifestyle Family Pregnancy
Kamogelo Makhura|Published

Women’s Month is the time to celebrate our inherent strength

These meticulous words, uttered by powerful women, should be echoed unrelentingly as we venture into the month of August, our national Women’s Month

Sunday Independent News
Opinion|Published

Margaret Gardiner celebrates 46 years since Miss Universe win

Gardiner, who is based in Los Angeles, celebrated a historic success when she won the coveted title in Mexico 46 years ago, on July 24, 1978.

Saturday Star News
Anita Nkonki|Published

Top 16 Miss South Africa 2024 finalists revealed in the first episode of ‘Crown Chasers’

The Miss South Africa 2024 finalists list has been whittled down from 30 to 16.

Sunday Tribune Lifestyle
Thobile Mazibuko|Published

Natasha Joubert to host season 3 of ‘Crown Chasers’

Viewers are excited and cannot wait to see Joubert show off her hosting skills.

Sunday Tribune Lifestyle
Thobile Mazibuko|Published

Natasha Joubert to make her television series debut as host of ‘Crown Chasers’ season 3

Joubert herself won several challenges on her season of ‘Crown Chasers’, eventually clinching the prestigious crown at the Miss South Africa 2023 finale.

Entertainment TV
Oluthando Keteyi|Published

Former Miss SA contestant throws her hat in the ring five years later

After entering Miss South Africa in 2019 and not making it, Nompumelelo Maduna is back to try again.

Sunday Tribune Lifestyle
Thobile Mazibuko|Published

Meet Glamour's Most GLAMOURous winners

Glamour magazine honoured South Africa’s fashion creatives who are slaying in the industry.

Sunday Tribune Lifestyle
Thobile Mazibuko|Published

Tunzi speaks about a special moment of sharing a stage with Muneyi

Tunzi shared the experience on social media with a video where she’s singing passionately alongside the artist while the audience immersed itself in the breathtaking performance.

The Star News
Anita Nkonki|Published

South Africa’s famous faces from Zozibini Tunzi to Lerato Kganyago vote as they encourage their followers to do the same

Green ID book in hand, Zozibini Tunzi reminded South Africans that their vote counts and that they should go out and vote.

Entertainment Celebrity News Local
Oluthando Keteyi|Published

Local celebrities use their platforms to promote voter turnout

Former Miss Universe Zozibini Tunzi has encouraged South Africans to turn out in large numbers to vote before the voting stations close at 9pm.

The Star News
Anita Nkonki|Published

Soweto shines with four contestants in the race for Miss South Africa 2024

These four ladies have made it to the Miss SA Top 30.

Sunday Tribune Lifestyle
Thobile Mazibuko|Published