BREAKING NEWS: South African Government Extends Warm Congratulations to Miss South Africa 2025, Qhawekazi Mazaleni!

Pretoria, South Africa - The South African government has extended its warmest congratulations to *Qhawekazi Mazaleni*, who was crowned *Miss South Africa 2025* last night, October 25, 2025, at the SunBet Arena in Pretoria. This prestigious title marks a significant achievement for Qhawekazi, representing excellence, empowerment, and leadership πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦. Qhawekazi, 24, hails from Gonubie, East London (now residing in Sundowner, Randburg), and holds a Speech, Language and Hearing Therapy degree from Stellenbosch University. She’s pursuing a Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology focusing on Autism. Her impactful work bridges cultural and linguistic gaps in speech therapy – truly making a difference in her community 🌟. Her _Empower Ed_ campaign aims to ensure disadvantaged kids access career guidance and digital skills – aligning perfectly with Miss SA’s mission to _Empower Youth Africa_ πŸ’ͺ.
### Government’s Message of Congratulations: In a statement, the Department of Arts, Culture, and Sports praised Qhawekazi’s win: "We congratulate Qhawekazi Mazaleni on this outstanding achievement! As Miss South Africa 2025, she embodies the values of empowerment, leadership, and service to the nation. We’re confident she’ll be an exceptional ambassador for South Africa, promoting our rich culture, youth empowerment, and women’s advancement globally πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦✨." ### Qhawekazi’s Vision and Motto: Her motto? *"No one gets left behind!"* πŸ’– Qhawekazi aims to expand her initiatives nationally, focusing on uplifting communities through education, digital skills, and therapeutic support – leaving a meaningful legacy.
### About Miss South Africa 2025: - *Finalists*: Ten incredible women competed for the crown, showcasing talent, intelligence, and passion for impact ¹ ². - *Event*: Held at SunBet Arena, Pretoria; broadcast live on S3 and SABC Plus. - *Mission*: Miss SA champions women’s empowerment, youth development, and South African heritage 🌍. The government and people of South Africa wish Qhawekazi Mazaleni all the best as she embarks on this prestigious journey – representing πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦ with pride, grace, and purpose! 🎊

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