Nande Mabala
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Nande Mabala | |
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| Born | Nande Mabala 16 July 1998 |
| Alma mater | University of Western Cape |
| Occupation(s) | Model, influncer |
| Beauty pageant titleholder | |
| Major competition(s) |
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Nande Mabala (born 16 July 1998) is a South African model and influencer.[1][2] She was crowned the second runner-up of Miss South Africa 2023 and the first runner-up of Miss World SA 2024.[3]
Early life
[edit]Mabala was born and bred in Zwelethemba, Western Cape, South Africa.[4] Mabala holds a bachelor's degree in Industrial Psychology, Political Science, and Sociology from the University of Western Cape. In 2021, she co-founded the non-profit organization called Uyathandwa Foundation, whose mission is to empower and advocate for all historically disadvantaged groups in South Africa.
Pageantry
[edit]Miss South Africa 2023
[edit]Mabala was the 2nd Runner-up Miss South Africa 2023, held at the SunBet Arena in Menlyn, Pretoria, on 13 August 2023, competing against seven other contestants. She had been previously announced as one of the 30 semifinalists in May 2024.[5]
Miss World SA 2024
[edit]In October 2024, Mabala was named the 1st Runner-up of Miss World SA 2024, held at Sun City on SABC 3. Following this placement, she visited Buffalo City to speak with young people to inspire them to pursue their goals.[6]
References
[edit]- ^ "Local Miss SA finalist". News24. Worcester Standard. 5 June 2023. Retrieved 25 December 2024.
- ^ Mashamba, Ronewa Jessica (8 October 2024). "No sour grapes from Nande Mabala despite missing out on Miss World SA crown again". www.iol.co.za. Independent Online. Retrieved 25 December 2024.
- ^ Ndlela, Akhona (9 October 2024). "Miss World SA 1st Princess Nande Mabala ends her pageantry journey and embraces new beginnings". Bona Magazine. Retrieved 25 December 2024.
- ^ Naidoo, Alicia (19 August 2023). "Who's Miss SA second runner up? Meet Nande Mabala". The South African. Retrieved 1 December 2024.
- ^ "Finalists 2023". Miss SA 2024. Retrieved 2 December 2024.
- ^ Gusha, Anelisa (4 November 2024). "Miss SA runner-up Mabala brings hope to Buffalo City youngsters". Daily Dispatch. p. 2. ProQuest 3123701993.