Ramaphosa Praises Miss SA 2025 Qhawekazi Mazaleni, Urges Her To Champion Women Empowerment And Youth Education

President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed his hope that newly crowned Miss South Africa 2025, Qhawekazi Mazaleni, will use her platform to advocate for women’s empowerment and the education of young people across the country.

The 24-year-old beauty queen was crowned during a dazzling ceremony at the SunBet Arena in Pretoria over the weekend, triumphing over finalists Luyanda Zuma and Karabo Mareka.

Mazaleni, who is currently pursuing a master’s degree in speech-language pathology at the University of Pretoria, has been vocal about her passion for promoting literacy and inspiring young South Africans to pursue education as a means of empowerment.

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Before her crowning at the 67th edition of the Miss South Africa pageant, Mazaleni shared her vision of becoming a catalyst for change both locally and nationally.

“The skill I would empower youth with is being able to start with what you have. You won’t always have the opportunities handed to you, but when you have the tools and resources available to you, you will be able to make an impact in your community and in the communities you operate in,” she said.

Her inspiring words reflect her dedication to creating opportunities for others — a sentiment that aligns with Ramaphosa’s call for leadership that uplifts women and promotes education among the nation’s youth.

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As South Africa celebrates Mazaleni’s victory, many hope she will embody the values of resilience, compassion, and service that the title represents.

Ramaphosa’s message reinforces the importance of using influence and visibility to drive positive social change — a mission Mazaleni seems eager to embrace.

With her academic achievements and passion for literacy, Qhawekazi Mazaleni is poised to become a powerful advocate for the empowerment of women and the education of young people — marking the beginning of a reign rooted in purpose and progress.

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