Mrs SA finalist encourages women to unlock their full potential
Pinetown Thando Mbokazi is the only finalist representing KwaZulu-Natal.
CREATING a positive impact in the lives of South African women is what Pinetown resident and Mrs SA finalist, Thando Mbokazi aspires to accomplish.
Mbokazi, who is the only finalist representing KwaZulu-Natal, was announced as a finalist for 2021, out of 100 semi-finalists.
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The announcement was made on August 20 during a virtual show, along with 24 other beautiful, sophisticated and married women from around the country.
According to Mrs South Africa chief executive officer, Joani Johnson, the pageant offers married women an acclaimed self-discovery programme that aims to celebrate and further develop the skills of the strong, talented and confident female leaders.
Johnson added that the organisation provides women with an opportunity to invest in themselves and to play a part in bettering the lives of those around them.
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“With all the semi-finalists embodying the values which the organisation prizes, demonstrating their strength, resilience, and grace throughout the trying times of the pandemic, 25 finalists were selected to proceed to the next stage of the competition.
“Despite the challenging circumstances brought on by Covid-19, all contestants remained committed to the programme and worked selflessly on various community involvement initiatives,” said Mrs South Africa chief executive officer, Joani Johnson.
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Mbokazi, who is passionate about women empowerment, said she always advises and encourages young girls and women to equip themselves with information and education so they can take care of themselves and avoid being exploited and abused by their partners.
She added that she is a firm believer that everyone was born for a reason.
“It is my duty to make a mark as long as I am still alive,” she said. To vote, SMS Thando Mbokazi to 35959. Voting closes on November 24.
Caxton Local Media Covid-19 reporting
