Highway beauty queen scoops national title
Zoe Nyandeni will represent South Africa in the Miss Petite Globe pageant, to be held in South America in June next year.
HIGHWAY’S young beauty queen, Zoe Nyandeni is excited to highlight the beautiful diversity and vast array of cultures South Africa has to offer at the Miss Petite Globe, to be held in South America in June next year.
The KwaNdengezi resident was among other young beauty queens who took part in the Miss Teen/Tourism Globe pageant on September 18.
The pageant is for teenagers and the contestants are passionate about traveling and giving back to the community.
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With three crowns up for grabs on the day of the pageant, Nyandeni was crowned Miss Petite Globe. The humble model said she felt grateful for the opportunity to represent her country on an international stage.
“This is my first national title,” she smiled.
Nyandeni started modelling at four years old and has notched a few titles onto her belt since then. This includes the coveted Miss Vodacom 2016.
The 19-year-old said she was also passionate about charity work and explained how the title would allow her to lend a helping hand where she could.
She said the modelling industry has created many opportunities for her, such as travelling.
“It’s also a platform to discuss social ills and to educate. Through these pageants, we can also inspire, empower and motivate,” she said.
The Grade 11 learner attends KwaDinabakubo Secondary School in Molweni and said her focus is now on youth and women empowerment.
Nyandeni has a strong belief that there is strength and light in everyone.
“There is always a chance to reignite your passion when it dims. When you reignite it, then you can show it to the world. It is never too late and people should not give up until they have reached their goals and dreams,” said Nyandeni.
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When asked about her message to other young people, she smiled and said, “Young people must stay in school as education is the key to success.
In addition to modelling, Nyandeni enjoys reading and writing. She recently won a reading and writing competition that was held at the Molweni Hall for high school learners.
She is also a motivational speaker and a dancer.
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