First princess to be crowned Miss SA tomorrow

Eyewitness News (EWN) reported, “Miss South Africa spokesperson Claudia Henkel says Zokufa will take over the reins and duties of the outgoing Miss South Africa this week at a glitzy event in Sandton.”

Henkel was quoted by EWN, “We are honoured and proud to announce that the new Miss South Africa, Ziphozakhe Zokufa, will be crowned at the Maslow Hotel.”

Zokufa, who was the first runner up, will own the crown until the new Miss South Africa is chosen in March next year.

This gives her an opportunity to represent the country at the Miss Universe pageant in Miami, Florida next month.

Strauss has thanked the country and her parents for their support.

“Thank you very much for all the support and I absolutely love you and this crown is dedicated to all of you,” she was quoted by EWN.

President Zuma congratulates Strauss on Miss World win

President Jacob Zuma has congratulated Rolene Strauss on her win at the 2014 Miss World pageant.

During his address at the unveiling of Ncome Phase 2 project on National Day of Reconciliation, the President said, “Allow me to take this opportunity to extend once again, our hearty congratulations to our Miss South Africa, Ms Rolene Strauss on her victory to become Miss World, bringing the crown home after so many decades.

“This was a proud moment for Brand South Africa, as she has proved that our country is capable of producing winners and that we can shine on the world stage as a nation.

“We know that she will acquit herself well during her reign. We should all provide her our full support.”

Messages of support for Rolene Strauss