So everyone thought the beauty pageant was done until Rolene Strauss won Miss World for South Africa last. Well anyways the Top 12 Finalists for the Miss South Africa beauty pageant have been selected. Take a look at the 12 beautiful ladies below and get to know the potential Miss South Africa a little more.
Say Hello To Your Top 12 Miss South Africa Finalists!
1. Busi Mahlangu (23)
KwaMhlanga, Mpumalanga
Occupation: “I am an economics student at the University of South Africa doing my third year.
“Women and youth empowerment has always been a topic close to my heart. I have so much faith in the influential role of women in society and the nation at large.
“I would like to be the agent of change to help uplift the overall life of women in society which can be achieved through the Miss South Africa brand.”
2. Chanelle Sardinha (23)
Fourways, Johannesburg
Occupation: “I am an actress and model. Having recently completed my honours degree in BA dramatic arts at the University of the Witwatersrand.
“I would love to be Miss South Africa because I know who I am and what my country stands for. I pride myself in being approachable, compassionate, humble and enthusiastic.
“If I am blessed with the opportunity, I will employ a one-on-one approach, offering my time to anyone in need.”
3. Danelle de Wet (21)
Kuilsriver, Cape Town
Occupation: “I am a first-year BCom marketing student at the IMM Graduate School of Marketing.
“I would love to meet Thuli Madonsela, of course, and soak up all the wisdom and knowledge she has.
“She has learnt how to remain neutral, humble and how to stay determined and driven no matter how difficult things may get.”
4. Gugulethu Banda (21)
Spruitview, Ekurhuleni
Occupation: “I am currently studying towards a BA in tourism development at the University of Johannesburg and I am in my first year.
“I would want to meet the woman who inspires me, Basetsana Kumalo. I would like to sit down with her and take notes as to how she got to where she is today. She inspires me to work harder in order to be the woman I want to be.”
5. Kim Wentzel (24)
Roodepoort, Gauteng
Occupation: “I am an assistant fashion buyer for Edcon. I am also currently studying for an advanced diploma in marketing management at the South Africa Institute of Marketing Management.
“Oprah Winfrey is one of the most successful women in the working world and is also an exemplary example in all spheres of her life. The topics aired on her show are packed with valuable information and cover many subjects.
“She sets an extremely high standard.”
6. Liesl Laurie (23)
Eldorado Park, Johannesburg
Occupation: “I graduated with a BCom general degree from the University of Johannesburg (Soweto Campus) in April. After graduating, I decided to take the rest of the year off from university to pursue a full time career in modelling and also to embark on my journey of giving back to my community and my country.
“My motto is: I will never fit in because I was born to stand out!”
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Source: City Press
