The Miss South Africa Organisation is proud to announce Qhawekazi Mazaleni as the new Miss South Africa 2025. With a strong commitment to driving meaningful transformation, Qhawekazi has vowed to embody courage and purpose throughout her reign.
As the first ambassador of the organisation’s new Empower Youth Africa (EYA) initiative, Qhawekazi will focus on creating scalable and sustainable social-impact initiatives that focus on Women and Youth.
– Youth Unemployment
– Entrepreneurship and Skills Development
– Access to Education
– Health and Wellness
– Civic Engagement and Pan-African Collaboration
A Message from Miss South Africa 2025
“Leadership involves responsibility. I want to be an ambassador with deep purpose and a voice that reflects this country. I intend to take EYA very seriously during the coming year of my reign and ensure that everything I and my fellow finalists do, is anchored in impact and can be measured when I hand over,” said Qhawekazi Mazaleni.
Empowering Young Women
The Miss South Africa Organisation remains committed to empowering young women to lead with courage and authenticity. “It is such a pleasure to see Qhawekazi Mazaleni crowned as Miss South Africa 2025. She is a shining example of excellence and embodies the values that drive Empower Youth Africa,” said Dr. Precious Moloi-Motsepe, Patron and Chairman of the Miss South Africa Organisation.
About Empower Youth Africa
Empower Youth Africa is a collective action programme that unites all nine 2025 finalists under a shared vision to create scalable and sustainable social-impact initiatives.
About Miss South Africa
Miss South Africa is a premier national platform that empowers young women to become leaders and change-makers through its flagship mission, Empower Youth Africa. The organisation identifies, develops, and celebrates exceptional women who drive positive change and unlock the potential of South Africa’s youth and women.