Toekies beauty a Mrs South Africa semi-finalist

Randfontein’s very own resident Monique Losper originally from Toekomsrus is a Mrs South Africa semi-finalist.

Monique joined the class of 2023 officially following the National Casting event held at Emperors Palace in Johannesburg on February 3.

Currently residing in Greenhills, Monique said she is thrilled to have made it onto the next phase.

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“The joining of Mrs South Africa was sparked by an ordeal that I went through last year where I never saw myself as good enough or even beautiful. This, however, has always been my grandmother’s wish and when I came so close to losing her last year November, I knew I had to make it happen. I then said to a friend of mine to alert me as soon as the entries open in January and that’s how I got to enter.

“I honestly hesitated from the onset because I didn’t even have a proper photo of myself to submit on the entry form,” said Monique, who added that this is a dream come true for her.

Meanwhile, shortly after the announcement of those who made it to the semi-finals, the contestants took part in a jam-packed two-day conference filled with motivational talks, workshops, upskilling sessions, socialising and networking opportunities, and an introduction to the famous Mrs SA sisterhood.

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Mrs South Africa is a self-discovery and empowerment programme that celebrates diversity, ambition, and confidence in women.
It also showcases some of South Africa’s most phenomenal and talented women and also equips them with the necessary skills and tools needed to achieve their dreams.

Detailing the event, Monique said, the entire weekend was amazing. She added that there’s so much she can do through the Mrs SA platform.

“There’s so much that we can do through this for our communities, and we can build and empower. I’m not just focused on women. I’ve got a big thing for gangsterism in Toekomsrus that I’m trying to fight. I also want youngsters to see their potential at a young age and that’s what I’m all about,” said Losper.

Meanwhile, Joani Johnson, CEO of Mrs SA said, “We are proud to work alongside so many strong, formidable, and inspirational married women and to empower them through our pillars of community, self-development, and networking to be the leaders and social game-changers that we need in this country. Our experienced mentors teach leadership, entrepreneurship, marketing, self-promotion, and self-discovery throughout the year to ensure that all participants have a truly life-changing experience,” said Joani, who added that they are blown away by the number of high-quality entries that they received this year.

She also added that the National Casting day was exceptionally difficult, as a substantial number of entrants have what it takes to make a success of this programme.