Miss South Africa 2026  ·  From Imbokodo to Diamond

The Mandate

A Platform for Leadership. Impact. Influence.

Developing South Africa’s next generation of female leaders through entrepreneurship, advocacy, service and purpose.

The crown is not the prize. The Mandate is.

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14 November 2026  ·  Sandton Convention Centre

The Finale

14 November 2026  ·  Sandton Convention Centre

Red carpet 16:00  ·  Doors 19:00

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Miss South Africa is more than a title. It is a platform for leadership, service, influence and impact.

Through a rigorous journey of personal growth, professional development and social responsibility, we equip young women to lead with courage, purpose and integrity while creating meaningful change in South Africa and beyond.

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Four ways to stand with The Mandate.

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Turn influence into action with Empower Youth Africa.

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Who we are

A Platform for Change

Miss South Africa is a year-round leadership platform that identifies, develops and amplifies exceptional young women.

Our finalists are challenged to think critically, lead authentically, serve their communities and drive measurable impact through entrepreneurship, advocacy and social innovation.

Through mentorship, coaching, media training, leadership development and real-world experience, they are prepared to become influential voices shaping South Africa’s future.

About Miss South Africa

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The Journey

Every Miss South Africa story begins with purpose.

Over several months, finalists participate in an intensive development journey designed to build confident leaders capable of creating impact at scale.

LEARN

Leadership. Communication. Personal Brand.

GROW

Business Skills. Media Training. Public Speaking.

SERVE

Community Impact. Advocacy. Empowerment.

LEAD

National Representation. Influence. Change.

Follow the Journey

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Miss South Africa 2025 with learners during an Empower Youth Africa school visit

Influence into action

Empower Youth Africa (EYA)

Empower Youth Africa is the flagship impact programme of Miss South Africa.

Through EYA, finalists and titleholders work alongside communities, partners and institutions to address some of South Africa’s most pressing challenges.

  • Youth Employment
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Education
  • Health & Wellness
  • Civic Leadership
  • Pan-African Collaboration

Because leadership is measured not only by what we achieve for ourselves, but by the opportunities we create for others.

Learn About EYA

Qhawekazi Mazaleni celebrating under falling confetti after her crowning
Qhawekazi Mazaleni, Miss South Africa 2025, in her crown and sash
Miss South Africa 2025 on the red carpet at the Motherkind Glow event
Qhawekazi Mazaleni in a blue suit and Miss South Africa sash
Two women in tailored suits at the Miss South Africa 2026 GIBS Pitch Day
A gold couture gown photographed against a golden backdrop
Qhawekazi Mazaleni walking through a hospital corridor during a children's ward visit
Miss South Africa 2025 in a red suit and sash outside the Johannesburg Stock Exchange
Qhawekazi Mazaleni with guests at the Motsepe Foundation and JSE closing bell event for gender equality
Qhawekazi Mazaleni arriving at the Johannesburg Stock Exchange
Miss South Africa 2025 in a red gown and crown at an evening event
Qhawekazi Mazaleni at the Future Africa campus of the University of Pretoria
Qhawekazi Mazaleni handing a book to a young patient during a hospital visit
Qhawekazi Mazaleni and hospital staff walking through a children's ward
Qhawekazi Mazaleni, Miss South Africa 2025, speaking at a podium at the University of Pretoria
Miss South Africa 2025 at the Forbes Africa Leading Women event
Miss South Africa 2025 speaking at a podium on stage
A red carpet look with a sculptural floral skirt
Qhawekazi Mazaleni sharing a book with children in a hospital playroom
A red draped gown in a studio portrait
Black and white portrait of Miss South Africa 2025 in her crown and sash
Qhawekazi Mazaleni being crowned Miss South Africa 2025

The Finalists

The Women Shaping the Future

Meet the remarkable women competing for Miss South Africa.

Each finalist brings a unique story, a clear purpose and a commitment to creating meaningful impact in her community and country.

They are entrepreneurs, graduates, professionals, innovators and leaders united by a shared belief that influence should be used for good.

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Impact

Leadership that leaves a mark.

Through Empower Youth Africa, Miss South Africa turns influence into action. Titleholders, finalists and partners work in schools, communities and small businesses across the country: mentoring young people, widening access to education and entrepreneurship, and giving a platform to the causes that matter most to them.

Because when young people succeed, South Africa succeeds.

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Official couture

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From first fittings to finale night, House of NALA celebrates the confidence, elegance and individuality of every woman on the Miss South Africa journey.

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Partner with Purpose

Miss South Africa offers brands, institutions and organisations a unique opportunity to align with leadership, empowerment, entrepreneurship and national impact.

Together we are shaping a future where influence creates opportunity and purpose drives progress.

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