The race is on to find Miss Thaba Chweu

Twenty aspiring young girls will compete for the title of Miss Thaba Chweu at Kellyville Primary School Hall on Saturday October 1.

The inaugural competition will start at 11:00 for the red-carpet event the show will start at 12:00.
Tickets cost R50.

Hazel Maditsi, organiser, said the event is aimed at showcasing local talent and to keep the youth off the streets.

“Our goal with this pageant is to provide a platform for young girls who wish to become models. It will inspire them to take their place in society, showcase their talent and build self-esteem.”

The 22-year-old, who is also a model, has participated in a few pageants throughout her career, including Miss Burgersfort in 2021, at which she earned the title of first princess and public choice. During a vigorous training session for the upcoming event, the former Miss Ga Motodi coached the contestants.

“For the past few months our training was based on how to do the catwalk, how to face the audience and most importantly, how to answer questions from the judges.”

Since Miss Thaba Chweu is a non-profit organisation, which operates on a shoestring budget, organising the competition was not easy, but it taught her patience and courage.

“Most people withdrew at the last minute due to financial reasons, but we will continue with the competition. Thank you to those who stuck by me and believed in me,” Maditsi said.