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The South African
a day ago
- Entertainment
- The South African
Who will represent South Africa at Miss Universe?
Miss SA organisers have postponed their 2025 edition to 'a later date' in the year, pending a rebranding under new management. What does this mean for the Miss Universe pageant, which takes place in less than three months' time? With Miss SA indefinitely postponed, pageant fans are eager to know who will represent the country at the Miss Universe pageant, which takes place on 21 November in Thailand. Should a new queen be crowned, they will undoubtedly have less time to prepare for the international competition. Pageant enthusiast and YouTuber Rina Hendriks told The South African : 'It is difficult to say who, if anyone, will represent South Africa. The Miss South Africa organisers have not been forthcoming when they have been confronted with questions of whether or not they even still hold the Miss Universe license to send a candidate there. 'In 2023, they got rid of the Miss World license without releasing a statement to the public. 'If they do, however, still hold the license for Miss Universe, then it is possible that they may still have the Miss South Africa 2025 pageant before Miss Universe starts in November. 'If the Miss South Africa Organisation does not host a pageant before November, it is always possible for them to appoint someone, likely the runner-up from 2024, or someone else who has not previously competed at Miss Universe'. If a new Miss SA is not crowned in time for Miss Universe, it's unlikely reigning queen Mia Le Roux will compete again. Last year, the partially-deaf winner dropped out of the competition during the preliminary stages, citing health reasons. Mia Le Roux dropped out of Miss Universe over health via Instagram: @mialerouxx Like her predecessor, Natasha Joubert, who was unplaced in the 2021 edition, Mia is prohibited from entering again, as per the competition's rules. Meanwhile, Miss SA organisation will now be part of the Motsepe Group of Companies, owned by Patrice Motsepe, one of SA's wealthiest businessmen. Earlier this month, Africa Fashion International (AFI) – the fashion partner of Miss SA – revealed that it was now the 'sister company' of the beauty pageant. Miss SA now falls under the Motsepe Group of Companies. Images via Instagram: @motsepefoundation/ @official_misssa 'AFI and the Miss South Africa organisation are proud members of a larger, family-owned group of companies, united by a shared vision for creativity and excellence', read a statement posted on their social media platforms. AFI is run by Dr Precious Moloi-Motsepe, the wife of Patrice Motsepe. WHO SHOULD REPRESENT SA AT THE MISS UNIVERSE PAGEANT? Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 . Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp , Facebook , X, and Bluesky for the latest news.
IOL News
a day ago
- Entertainment
- IOL News
'Know who you are': Basetsana Kumalo celebrates her daughter's 11th birthday with heartfelt wisdom
Basetsana Kumalo recently expressed a heartwarming birthday message for her daughter, Bontle's 11th brthday. Image: X/@Zesipho_M South African beauty queen and businesswoman, Basetsana Kumalo, shared heartfelt life lessons as a tribute to her daughter's 11th birthday. Kumalo took to Instagram on Wednesday, July 23, to share the beauty in watching her daughter grow and expressed how much she loves her. The media personality shared a heart-warming Instagram reel with videos and pictures of her daughter that were captured as she grew up. 'Bontle ba Morena. My darling, precious baby girl, Today is such a special day, because someone unique was born. Your birth brought us such immeasurable joy. Next Stay Close ✕ 'When I was pregnant, I never found out if I was carrying a boy or a girl, because for me, a child is such a big blessing and a gift, so I chose not to find out until the day of your birth,' she expressed. In the lengthy caption, the 50-year-old former Miss SA also reflected on how her life changed when doctors shared that she was going to have a baby girl. Her world changed forever because the 11-year-old brought delight to their family's lives. Kumalo further shared some advice for her daughter as she continues to grow and forge her own path. 'My advice to you, my baby girl, know who you are before the world tells you who to be. Train your mind to see what's possible before the world gives permission to your dreams. "Guard your heart, be anchored by your faith, use your voice to speak truth and set boundaries. Dance to the rhythm of your own beat,' she wrote. This is not Kumalo's first time expressing her love for her children. Every year on her children's birthdays, Kumalo takes to social media and pens emotional birthday tributes dedicated to her children. In May and April, she took to Instagram to wish her sons, Kgositsile and Nkosinathi, a happy birthday. Kumalo added wise advice as they enter a new chapter in their lives.
The South African
3 days ago
- Business
- The South African
New sheriff in town? Motsepe family now control Miss SA
The Miss South Africa organisation will now be part of the Motsepe Group of Companies, owned by Patrice Motsepe, one of SA's wealthiest businessmen. The organisation recently revealed that Miss SA 2025 had been postponed to later in the year. This follows the resignation of former CEO Stephanie Weil, who stepped down earlier this month after helming the company since 2019. Earlier this month, Africa Fashion International (AFI) – the fashion partner of Miss SA – revealed that it was now the 'sister company' with the beauty pageant. 'AFI and the Miss South Africa organisation are proud members of a larger, family-owned group of companies, united by a shared vision for creativity and excellence', read a statement posted on their social media platforms. AFI was founded in 2007 by Dr Precious Moloi-Motsepe, the wife of billionaire businessman Patrice Motsepe. The fashion empire organises events like Cape Town and Joburg Fashion Week, and manages a catalogue of African creatives through its luxury labels. Miss SA was previously owned by Sun International, a South African hotel and event conglomerate. In 2019, Sun International sold the rights to the pageant to Weil Entertainment, whose owner is CEO Stephanie Weil. Before that, the pageant was sponsored by publications including the Sunday Times, Rapport, and the now defunct Afrikaans newspaper , Die Landstem. Under the wing of AFI, the pageant will now 'embark on this strategic journey together, leveraging our unique strengths to drive growth and innovation.' Apart from Miss SA, the Motsepe family owns companies in various industry sectors, from mining to telecommunications, insurance, banking, property, and even fashion and sports. With a net worth of $3 billion (R55.35 billion), Patrice Motsepe was named South Africa's first black billionaire and the first black African to make the Forbes Richest list in 2008. South African billionaire businessman, Patrice Motsepe. Image: X @CAF Patrice is the brother of Dr Tshepo Motsepe, the wife of President Cyril Ramaphosa. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 . Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp , Facebook , X, and Bluesky for the latest news.
News24
4 days ago
- Business
- News24
What's going on with Miss SA 2025? What to know about the pageant's postponement
The Miss SA 2025 pageant has been postponed. This comes after the CEO has stepped down. AFI also celebrated its new strategic journey with the pageant. _________________________________________________________________ Sweeping changes and uncertainty have clouded the 2025 Miss South Africa (Miss SA) pageant. The Miss SA Organisation has officially announced a postponement of its annual pageant, much to the confusion of the pageant's entrants and supporters. The finale event usually takes place in August of every year. The organisation's statement reads, 'The Miss South Africa Organisation today announced the postponement of Miss South Africa from August to a later date in 2025, to ensure greater alignment with international and other global events.' View this post on Instagram A post shared by Miss South Africa (@official_misssa) Many were left unsurprised at the news of the postponement, since the delay of the Top 30 announcement raised questions after entries closed in April. This announcement comes off the back of a number of changes Miss SA has undergone this year. On 10 July, the organisation revealed that the CEO, Stephanie Weil, has left the organisation and stepped down from her position. Miss SA's statement read, 'The organisers of Miss South Africa wish Stephanie Weil everything of the best with her new endeavours as an agreement has been reached that Ms Weil will be leaving the organisation after many years as CEO of Miss South Africa. 'Ms Weil will be staying on for as long as is required to ensure a smooth transition to new leadership and to ensure that the best interest of the Miss South Africa organisation are served.' Africa Fashion International (AFI), the official fashion sponsor of the pageant, has taken the organisation under its wing and emphasised its continued partnership with Miss SA in a statement released on the same day. 'Africa Fashion International (AFI) and the Miss South Africa Organisation are proud members of a larger family owned group of companies, united by a shared vision for creativity and excellence,' AFI's statement read. 'As sister companies, we are excited to embark on this strategic journey together, leveraging our unique strengths to drive growth and innovation.' View this post on Instagram A post shared by Africa Fashion International (@afi_sa) In January 2025, Werner Wessels officially stepped down as the creative director of Miss SA, a role where he significantly helped shape the beauty pageant's presence on the global stage. Werner's tenure included mentoring Miss Universe 2019 Zozibini Tunzi, Miss Supranational 2022 Lalela Mswane and Miss Universe 2017 Demi-Leigh Tebow, as well as being the creative mind behind the pageant's distinct styling and signature shoots. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Werner Wessels (@werner_wessels) The Miss SA organisation's announcement of the pageant's postponement comes with its notice of expanding the organisation to include entrepreneurship, job creation, cultural awareness and social cohesion. While 'further announcements will be made soon,' the organisation shares, many are left with confusion at the fate of the pageant's future.
IOL News
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- IOL News
Crown on hold: Miss SA organisation announces postponement of annual pageant
Mia le Roux, who was crowned last year in August. Changes have been made in the organisation recently, after it was revealed that the beauty pageant will no longer take place in August like the previous years. Image: Supplied SA's biggest beauty pageant has been pushed beyond August. A wave of disappointment has flooded social media after the Miss SA organisation announced that the biggest and the highly anticipated beauty pageant in Mzansi has been postponed. The prestigious national event, Miss SA, which usually takes place annually in August, has been delayed. The announcement comes after fans have been expressing their concern over the prolonged silence regarding the 2025 beauty pageant and no announcement being made about the top 30 after the applications were closed in April. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. 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'The Miss South Africa Organisation today announced the postponement of Miss South Africa from August to a later date in 2025; to ensure greater alignment with international and other global events. 'The organisation, through its affiliated companies, aims to broaden the reach and impact of the pageant and its contestants,' they wrote. The organisation further added that other changes that were made include expanding it in the following areas: entrepreneurship, job creation, cultural awareness and social cohesion. In the press statement, the organisation, however, did not confirm the date on which the pageant will take place. In addition, before confirming that the beauty pageant has been pushed further back to later this year, a lot of changes were made, including prominent people in the organisation announcing their departures. Stephanie Weil, the former CEO of Miss SA announced her resignation from her position earlier this month. Werner Wessels, the former creative director of the prestigious organisation also announced his departure in January. On the other hand, African Fashion International (AFI), a fashion company, announced on July 10 that it has forged a partnership with the Miss SA organisation. The company took to Instagram to announce the news of the partnership. 'While AFI and the Miss South Africa Organisation are still separate entities, we have forged meaningful partnerships and collaboration across the organisation to promote African creativity and excellence,' they wrote. Fans flocked to the comment section as they expressed their concern over the lack of communication from the organisation. 'You know, @official_misssa, at least answer our questions!! As fans, we deserve at least this much. After Steph and Werner left, we have no confidence whatsoever in this organisation,' @hiralalljerome said. While @iblamelukas added, 'We deserve an apology because you're also messing up our social calendars. This is a yearly event we're always looking up to.' The Miss SA beauty pageant has always been a national event that every South African looks forward to. From announcing the top 30 up until the finale, this prestigious event was celebrated throughout the entire country as people looked forward to having a beauty queen represent our country. It also marked a day that would be a fashion affair, and celebrities from all over the country, including top designers, would avail themselves and grace the red carpet with their stunning outfits.
