Shudufhadzo Musida Praises Qhawekazi Mazaleni

Miss South Africa 2020, author and mental health advocate Shudufhadzo Musida has shared heartfelt words of appreciation for Miss South Africa 2025 and speech therapist Qhawekazi Mazaleni, celebrating her kindness, passion for education and dedication to serving others.

The two beauty queens recently appeared together as hosts on Miss South Africa: The Mandate, where they had the opportunity to work alongside each other.

Shudufhadzo joined the Miss South Africa 2026 Top 19 as a host for episodes six and seven. Qhawekazi also participated in the competition’s Top 19 journey, joining the contestants for their EYA Pitch experience featured in episode seven.

Looking back on their time together, Shudufhadzo took to social media to share clips from their appearances on Miss South Africa: The Mandate. Alongside the videos, she penned a beautiful tribute to Qhawekazi, highlighting the qualities that make her special.

“To know @qhawemazaleni is to love her. Her light shines before she even speaks. She is someone so kind, so full of love, and so genuinely committed to being of service to those around her. Her passion for education is reflected not only in how she teaches others, but in her commitment to continuously learning and growing so she can be an even better educator. To those of us who have had the privilege of knowing her and experiencing the beauty of who she is, inside and out, we are truly blessed.”

Shudufhadzo accompanied her message with the hashtag #RandomQhawekaziAppreciationPost, turning the moment into a celebration of the former beauty queen’s personality, generosity and passion for education.

Qhawekazi was clearly touched by the kind words and responded to Shudufhadzo in the comments, expressing her gratitude for the support and wisdom she has received from her.

“STOO00000OP. Thank you so much my Shudu, I appreciate you more than words could ever express. Thank you for always being so generous with your wisdom and support. I am so incredibly grateful for you!”

Her response highlighted the appreciation she has for Shudufhadzo, not only for the public tribute but also for the guidance and encouragement she has continued to offer.

The heartfelt exchange gave followers a glimpse into the connection between the two women beyond their roles in the Miss South Africa pageant. Their messages also highlighted the value of celebrating others and acknowledging the people who contribute positively to one’s personal and professional journey.

Through her tribute, Shudufhadzo celebrated Qhawekazi’s character and commitment to education, while Qhawekazi’s response showed just how much their connection and mutual support mean to her.