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Nande Mabala (born 16 July 1998) is a South African model and influencer.[1][2] She was the second Runner-up of Miss South Africa 2023.[3][4] After the Miss South Africa 2023 competition, she was named the first Runner-up of Miss World SA 2024.[5][6] She is the face of Bella Collection and also appeared on magazine covers like Bona Magazine, Glow and Sowetan etc.[7]
Nande Mabala | |
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| Born | Nande Mabala 16 July 1998 Zwelethemba, Western Cape, South Africa |
| Alma mater | University of Western Cape |
| Occupation(s) | Model, influncer |
| Beauty pageant titleholder | |
| Major competition(s) |
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Early life
editMabala was born and bred in Zwelethemba, Western Cape, South Africa.[8] Mabala holds a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Psychology, Political Science, and Sociology from the University of Western Cape.[9] In 2021, she co-founded the non-profit Uyathandwa Foundation whose mission is to empower and advocate for all historically disadvantaged groups in South Africa.[1]
Pageantry
editMiss South Africa 2023
editMabala was the 2nd Runner-up Miss South Africa 2023, held at the SunBet Arena in Menlyn, Pretoria, on 13 August 2023,[10] competing against seven other contestants.[11] She had been previously announced as one of the 30 semifinalists in May 2024.[12]
Miss World SA 2024
editIn October 2024, Mabala was named the 1st Runner-up of Miss World SA 2024,[2][13] 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.[14]
References
edit- ^ a b "Local Miss SA finalist". News24. Worcester Standard. 5 June 2023. Retrieved 25 December 2024.
- ^ a b 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.
- ^ Naidoo, Alicia (19 August 2023). "Who's Miss SA second runner up? Meet Nande Mabala". The South African. Retrieved 25 December 2024.
- ^ Mbendeni, Alutho (22 August 2023). "Miss SA Top 3 finalist Nande Mabala's next steps - 'My community made me feel like a winner'". Drum. 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.
- ^ "Nande Mabala from Worcester aims for Miss World SA 2024 title". CapeTown ETC. 6 July 2024. Retrieved 25 December 2024.
- ^ Mathee, Kim (October 2023). "Natasha Joubert graces the cover of BONA alongside Miss SA runner-ups". www.bona.co.za. Bona Magazine. Retrieved 26 December 2024.
- ^ Naidoo, Alicia (19 August 2023). "Who's Miss SA second runner up? Meet Nande Mabala". The South African. Retrieved 1 December 2024.
- ^ Ndlovu, Lihle (30 April 2024). "My Favourite Things – Nande Mabala". www.previdar.com. Previdar. Retrieved 2 December 2024.
- ^ "Miss South Africa 2023 Finale Is Set To Hit Your Screens Live This Sunday". BN Style. 12 August 2023. Retrieved 2 December 2024.
- ^ "Miss South Africa 2023: KZN not represented in Top 12". ECR. Retrieved 2 December 2024.
- ^ "Finalists 2023". Miss SA 2024. Retrieved 2 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 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.