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The Citizen
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Citizen
Bokang Montjane-Tshabalala takes over Miss Supranational SA directorship after Miss SA pulled out
Lebohang Raputsoe, who hails from the Vaal, will represent South Africa at next month's Miss Supranational in Poland. Just days after the Miss South Africa organisation confirmed its non-participation at this year's Miss Supranational, former Miss SA Bokang Montjane-Tshabalala announced her role as the new National Director of Miss Supranational SA. 'I feel so honoured to announce that I am the new director of Miss Supranational South Africa,' said Montjane-Tshabalala. Last week, the Miss SA Organisation announced that it had decided not to participate in the Miss Supranational 2025 competition and would not renew its license for the event. Miss Supranational is an annual international beauty pageant that started in 2009. Most contests are held in Poland. Seven years later, a parallel male contest, Mister Supranational, was established. JP Robberts, the CEO of Mr South Africa, was also announced as the National Director of Mister Supranational South Africa. ALSO READ: Miss SA withdraws from Miss Supranational 2025, chooses not to renew event license New director role Montjane-Tshabalala said she has acquired the license for Miss Supranational. 'The international organisation said 'we think Bokang is the right person' because I've actually been doing this for quite some time,' she said, speaking to eNCA. 'I'm extremely excited about working with the Miss Supranational organisation. I cannot wait to see lives change through this beautiful platform,' Montjane-Tshabalala said. Montjane-Tshabalala won Miss SA in 2010, and she said she has spent more than a decade advocating for the empowerment of young women from disadvantaged backgrounds. 'My life's work has been rooted in creating platforms that inspire, uplift and unlock the full potential of the South African girl child, I believe that pageantry, when rooted in purpose, can be a powerful tool for transformation,' read Montjane-Tshabalala statement. ALSO READ: Miss Supranational Lalela Mswane prepping for big homecoming Representing SA Traditionally, Miss SA runner-ups usually take centre stage for this international competition, while the winner represents South Africa through Miss Universe or Miss World. South Africa has been a regular participant at Miss Supranational. Many were surprised when Miss SA 2021 winner Lalela Mswane participated and eventually won the pageant in 2022. In 2023, Ayanda Thabethe, the Miss SA 2022 runner-up, represented South Africa at the Miss Supranational 2023 pageant in Poland. Lebohang Raputsoe will represent South Africa at next month's Miss Supranational. 'We are extremely proud to have chosen a young woman who is kind, who has exceptional leadership qualities and one who has an inspirational story to share with our nation and [is] ready to make a difference and change lives,' Montjane-Tshabalala said. Montjane-Tshabalala said they selected Raputsoe because she has been part of national and international pageants. 'We looked for somebody who has a genuine kind heart, and when she starts speaking about the projects that she's busy with, you will understand why she's the right person to represent South Africa,' said Montjane-Tshabalala on eNCA. Raputsoe is pursuing her doctoral degree (PhD) in Human Resources Management and holds degrees in Industrial Psychology and Labour relations management. 'Navigating school, navigating this new journey and also the people that I want to inspire, how I can best do it has been the biggest challenge for me,' Raputsoe said, speaking to eNCA. NOW READ: PICS: From fierce gowns to costumes – Bryoni Govender's stunning looks at Miss Supranational
IOL News
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- IOL News
Bokang Montjane-Tshabalala's journey continues as she takes the helm of Miss Supranational South Africa
Bokang Montjane-Tshabalala, the former Miss SA who has taken on a pivotal role at Miss Supranational, amid the Miss South Africa organisation's bold decision regarding the upcoming competition. Bokang Montjane-Tshabalala, the former Miss SA who has taken on a pivotal role at Miss Supranational, amid the Miss South Africa organisation's bold decision regarding the upcoming competition. Bokang Montjane-Tshabalala, former Miss South Africa 2010, is embracing an exciting new chapter in her career as she steps into the role of National Director of Miss Supranational South Africa. Montjane-Tshabalala detailed that this role presents an opportunity to further her commitment to empowering women, particularly those from disadvantaged and rural communities. In a heartfelt statement, Montjane-Tshabalala shared her passion for female empowerment, stressing the importance of creating platforms that inspire and unlock the potential of young girls across South Africa. 'As Miss South Africa 2010, I've spent over a decade advocating for the empowerment of women, especially young women from disadvantaged and rural communities. My life's work has been rooted in creating platforms that inspire, uplift, and unlock the full potential of the South African girl child,' she noted. 'I believe that pageantry, when rooted in purpose, can be a powerful tool for transformation.' She spoke of her new role as a 'full-circle moment' in her career, highlighting the significant strides the Miss Supranational organisation has made in South Africa. 'The Miss Supranational organisation has built a strong and inspiring track record in this country, producing women who represent not just beauty and grace, but purpose, strength, and vision. I am thrilled to be part of a global brand that celebrates these values and to have the opportunity to continue building its legacy in our country,' Montjane-Tshabalala said. Meanwhile, the Miss South Africa organisation has also clarified its position regarding participation in the forthcoming Miss Supranational 2025 competition. In an announcement, they confirmed that they will not be renewing their licence for the event and will not be sending a representative to the competition scheduled for June in Poland. 'With heartfelt gratitude to our incredible fans, we share that Miss South Africa will not participate in the Miss Supranational 2025 competition. We deeply value the memories and connections tied to this event. We wish the Miss Supranational Organisation a spectacular event,' they stated. The organisation addressed ongoing rumours, clarifying that the decision not to participate is strictly an organisational one and not attributed to current Miss South Africa 2024, Mia le Roux, or runner-up, Nompumelelo Maduna. 'We note the fake news circulating and confirm that this decision was made solely by the Organisation,' they added. [email protected] Saturday Star
TimesLIVE
09-05-2025
- Business
- TimesLIVE
Former Miss SA Bokang Montjane-Tshabalala appointed national director of Miss Supranational SA
Former Miss SA Bokang Montjane-Tshabalala has been appointed the new national director of Miss Supranational SA. This comes after the Miss SA organisation's withdrawal from the international pageant. Montjane-Tshabalala, crowned Miss SA in 2010, expressed her excitement about joining the Miss Supranational family. 'Joining the Miss Supranational family is a full circle moment for me,' she said. 'The Miss Supranational organisation has built a strong and inspiring track record in SA, producing women who represent not only beauty and grace, but purpose, strength and vision. I am thrilled to be part of a global brand that celebrates these values and to have the opportunity to continue building its legacy in our country.' With more than a decade of experience advocating for women empowerment, Montjane-Tshabalala believes pageantry can be a powerful tool for transformation when rooted in purpose. As the new national director, she said she aims to identify and support women passionate about making a difference. 'My vision is to grow the Miss Supranational SA platform into one that not only shines on the international stage but also makes a tangible difference here at home. Together with our team, I aim to identify and support women who are passionate about making a difference, women who are ready to lead, to uplift others, and to proudly represent the rich diversity of our nation. 'This new chapter is more than a professional milestone, it's a continuation of my commitment to service, sisterhood and nation-building through the power of pageantry.' Founder and president of the Miss Supranational organisation Gerhard Parzutka von Lipinski welcomed Montjane-Tshabalala to the team. 'With her knowledge and understanding of international pageantry and her love for the industry, I know the South African franchise is in great and extremely capable hands.' The Miss Supranational pageant is scheduled to take place in June in Poland. Montjane-Tshabalala said the organisation will announce who will represent SA.
