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TimesLIVE
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- TimesLIVE
Shudufhadzo Musida chats SA Style Award, Columbia University studies
Author, mental health advocate and former Miss South Africa Shudufhadzo Musida has completed her first year at Columbia University in New York City, where she is pursuing a master's degree in international affairs. Musida was also among the celebrities honoured at the 2025 South African Style Awards in Johannesburg on Sunday for Most Innovative Style — recognised for her distinctive personal expression and commitment to redefining beauty and identity through creativity and achievement. 'My relationship with fashion has come full circle,' Musida told TimesLIVE in New York. 'In high school I was different. I loved 1990s bohemian looks — boho chic. So I think the first time I wore a ball gown, I was 18 — wore it once, never wore it again. I only got into them during the [Miss SA] pageant. I'm a creative at heart.' The 28-year-old Miss South Africa 2020 reflected on her style evolution and personal style. 'My personal style depends on my mood, but it's definitely about feeling comfortable. I don't follow trends — I draw from different eras to show different parts of myself. I'm an 'old soul', but also playful — a tomboy who sometimes loves to dress up.' Musida, who was born in Ha-Masia, Limpopo, felt fulfilled after her first year at Columbia's School of International and Public Affairs. 'Living in New York has been one of the greatest gifts of my life,' she said. 'I'm focusing on economic and political development with a specialisation in leadership, innovation and design. 'I miss South Africa, but being able to do my masters at a school I've wanted to go to for the past 10 years has been an unforgettable life moment. I'm grateful to Phumzile [Mlambo-Ngcuka, former deputy president of South Africa] and so many who have helped make this journey possible. 'The experience of being Miss South Africa is something I'll forever be proud of. Another highlight has been the privilege of working with the UN Population Fund and witnessing the extraordinary efforts to advance gender equality, sexual and reproductive health and mental wellbeing.'
The Citizen
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Citizen
Ranyane not scared of critics
SEBOKENG.- Young, petite and beautiful. The above words , define 22-year-old Mamello Ranyane, a model from dusty township of Polokong who has set her sights high in the modelling world. Having always wanted to be on a ramp and be crowned as a 'Queen', she started being in love with modelling after she saw Zozibini Tunzi being crowned Miss SA. She then, she said, started to practice walks and posing at home, where she also learned more about modelling after she did research. 'I sought out opportunities after that. I am a beauty pageant model currently taking a new step to become fashion model. I'm also currently working on my personal project which is distributing clothes to those in need as a way of giving back to community and motivating the youth,' Ranyane said. Ranyane is on the lookout for professional agencies that will improve her skills. It has not, however, been smooth sailing for the beauty. 'I've faced some challenges where I have been shamed about my beauty, body and mostly about my short height. I overcome the challenges by being very confident and with my motto, 'Embrace your potential, Be bold, be seen and Be you'.' Ranyane's long term goal is to be crowned Miss SA. 'To the youth out there I would like to let them know that they should believe in themselves, must never give up on their talents and they should know that they have choices in determining their future.' Ranyane's achievements: Crowned Miss Face of Boiketlong 2022 Miss Welkom 2nd princess 2022 Miss Vaal Model of the year Most Confident 2023, and currently Miss Elegant Gauteng 2024/2025 Finalist At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
IOL News
18-05-2025
- Politics
- IOL News
Only truth will set you free, minister Schreiber
Home Affairs Minister Leon Schreiber needs no reminder that his job requires him to be consistent. While he has to be commended for how he has tackled issues at Home Affairs, he needs to be taken on for his continued refusal to disclose details around Cape Independence Advocacy Group leader Phil Craig's immigration status. Image: Ntswe Mokoena/GCIS HOME Affairs Minister Leon Schreiber set the bar high with his handling of the former Miss SA contestant Chidimma Adetshina saga, in particular the investigation into how her mother had obtained a South African citizenship. For years, South Africans longed to have a Home Affairs Department that was rock solid, with little to no room for malfeasance that could not only endanger individual citizens, but the security of the country as a whole. We longed to see our borders and ports of entry tightened to prevent criminals from exploiting the country. However, minister after minister, the ANC paid lip service to these basic yet very important demands. Corruption became the order of the day at Home Affairs, with some officials abusing the position they were entrusted with to sell fake passports and IDs. The investigation into the Adetshina saga partly confirmed this; that a South African citizen's identity may have been compromised, presumably with the help of a Home Affairs official. That probe also confirmed that indeed it was possible to rid that department of the rot that Home Affairs had been known for. The saga related to Adetshina perhaps came at the right time for Schreiber to prove that he was the man to change the state of affairs in that department. The minister does, however, need to be reminded that his position in government requires him to be consistent. There can't be rules for some and another set of rules for others. His continued refusal to disclose details around Cape Independence Advocacy Group leader Phil Craig's immigration status could reverse whatever progress he has made in such a short space of time. Continuing to procrastinate with answers about Craig's status could also fuel many perceptions, including that he is being shielded because of the colour of his skin, something Schreiber's party, the DA has often been accused of. If Craig is to be believed over his call for the Western Cape to be its own country, then it follows that questions about his status are promptly answered. Surely these should not be that difficult to answer if everything was above board.
Eyewitness News
15-05-2025
- Eyewitness News
Anabela Rungo relieved to have bail conditions relaxed
CAPE TOWN - The mother of former Miss SA Finalist Chidimma Adetshina has been given a little more freedom while she's out on bail. Anabela Rungo has been under strict house arrest since February. She was arrested after remaining in the country despite being informed that her ID would be revoked. On Wednesday, the Cape Town Magistrate's Court granted her some of the requests she made in an application to have her bail conditions relaxed. She will now be able to leave her house, but has a 9pm curfew. And she will also be allowed to attend court proceedings outside of her court case. Rungo became emotional while addressing the court, saying she felt like a caged animal. READ: Chidimma Adetshina's mother prohibited from applying for permanent SA residency Stefanie De Saude Darbandi, who forms part of Rungo's legal team, says Rungo is grateful that some of the conditions were relaxed. "She was understandably emotional in court today, but she is relieved that the harshest conditions have now been lifted, and we will continue to fight to ensure her voice is heard and her rights are protected." She adds Rungo also feels she's been granted some justice.. "The court lifted the house arrest conditions that were imposed on Mrs Rungo and replaced them with a curfew. This follows our earlier challenge on the 8th of May, and submissions today were made by the state. We welcome this outcome and believe it's more appropriate given the circumstances.'
The Citizen
15-05-2025
- Politics
- The Citizen
When will we admit the justice system is failing us
Our justice system is neither punitive nor rehabilitative enough. It's time to confront the cracks before more lives are shattered. At what point do we start being honest with ourselves, admitting that our justice system may not be punitive; not as rehabilitating as we need it to be. When do we start questioning the level of effectiveness of the prison system, the measurements of rehabilitation and the issues considered in granting parole? As of late, the failures of the justice system are seemingly rearing their ugly heads for all to see. There are rapists who run the streets as if their actions have not affected their victims; murderers who served the bare minimum jail time and, now, their lives continue. Nigerian televangelist Tim Omotoso and Anabela Rungo, the mother of former Miss SA finalist Chidimma Adetshina, are some of the names that appear on court rolls. They leave us questioning the effectiveness of the justice system. ALSO READ: Buying justice: Kubayi appalled by the state of Palm Ridge court To rectify this problem, we should be willing to reflect the mirror back to every member of society. The first mistake we made was to accept these barbaric behaviours because we have not been vocal enough in our collective pursuit for justice. As a society, we should not be willing to accept the unacceptable. We should cease to excuse the inexcusable. Once we can do that, we can remedy the situation that gains traction from our silence. Ultimately, society is the collateral damage of a country whose laws are lax and slow. The granting of parole to undeserving detainees has spiked the number of reoffenders. People have played the system and, as a result, they are meant to assimilate back into society. I figure that most of the parolees ate on time, woke up on time, said thank you and please to the correctional officers. They attended church services and did the odd job around the prisons. ALSO READ: Will Shepherd Bushiri escape again? Here's what the justice minister says They basically carried their own weight and then someone concluded they are fit to be reintegrated into a society, which they may bleed to death with their bare hands. This means the justice system requires an overhaul. If judges, parole officers and social workers do not call into question their decisions, and if this does not make them wonder about the real intent of the people they release from prison, then nothing will ever. We have more going out, possibly to come out unrehabilitated. Perhaps we need to really question the purpose of their incarceration and the requirements for their attainment of freedom. We hope the National Prosecuting Authority always does better to serve justice and not only in the high-profile cases. NOW READ: Trump would have been convicted if he wasn't elected: special counsel report
