Meet Miss Soweto finalists

AFTER months of auditioning and preparation, the Miss Soweto 2017 hopefuls have been narrowed down from hundreds of entries to twenty. The semi-finals to select the top twenty ladies took place on October 7 at Soweto’s Maponya Mall. These ladies from all over the South (Soweto) will compete at the glitzy final on November 25 at the Soweto Theatre to decide who takes the crown as Miss Soweto for 2017.

The highly entertaining semi-finals event showcased 40 contestants who had their moment to introduce themselves and answer one question from the judges. All the contestants had the tough task of impressing the judges with their confidence and grace but also the excited crowd that cheered for them. The master of ceremonies for the day was Mapaseka Koetle, who stars as Dintle in eTV’s soapie, Scandal.

Here are the finalists who will be competing for the crown of Miss Soweto 2017: Zwivhuya Matlabe, Reitumetse Banda, Ellen Harris, Busisiwe Mmotla, Noxolo Mculu, Nomvuyo Dlokova, Dineo Meso, Michelle Moumakoa, Nelisiwe Nyongwana, Precious Tshiane, Nontsikelelo Nkosi, Pumzile Nyembe, Lindokuhle Cele, Nomfanelo Mabona, Noluthando Mbatha, Musawenkosi Makhalemele, Lebogang Moleleki, Busisiwe Khanye, Sihle Tshabalala and Tsholofelo Ramodesha.

“We are excited and pleased about the quality of the entries. It shows that the hard work of recruiting and selecting the best in Soweto has paid off. The profile of most, if not all of the finalists is highly impressive. The number of degrees that these finalists are either studying for or have already achieved speaks volumes,” says White Start marketing manager Mokhele Makhothi.

“We invite the broader community of Soweto to join us and show support to these amazing young ladies. The winner of Miss Soweto 2017 will take home prizes worth over R100 000 and will be appointed as brand ambassador for White Star. We encourage all residents of Soweto and beyond to be part of this momentous occasion.”

The 20 Miss Soweto 2017 finalists will receive the very best assistance and guidance from various experts to help them prepare for the finals in November. The panel includes health practitioners, life coaches, fashion and beauty gurus and entertainment personalities who will all be hosting workshops for the ladies ahead of the finals. They will gain new skills that will empower them, not only for the duration of the competition but for their future endeavours.

White Star is also proud to welcome the following partners for this year’s Miss Soweto pageant: Clinix Health Group, Even and Lovely, Black Opal and Urban Zulu.

Visit White Star Super Maize Meal’s social media pages for more information and to keep up to date.

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