The Miss SA Top 10 Finalists for 2025 have officially been revealed – and this year’s line-up showcases powerful, purpose-driven women who embody intelligence, compassion, and ambition. From flight attendants and doctors to entrepreneurs and mental health professionals, these women are breaking stereotypes and using their platforms to uplift communities across South Africa.
Let’s dive into who they are, what they stand for, and how they plan to shape the future.
A Celebration of South African Women’s Strength and Diversity
Each year, Miss South Africa gives women a national platform to tell their stories, inspire change and champion causes close to their hearts. This year’s Miss SA Top 10 Finalists are more than just beautiful; they are educated, passionate, and ready to be of service to their communities.
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1. Bridgette Jones: Championing Global Collaboration
Province: Western Cape
Age: 28
Hometown: Bridgetown, Athlone, Cape Town
Bridgette Jones is a flight attendant currently pursuing a degree in Management through the German International University of Applied Sciences. Her dream? To create a life of global collaboration – where compassion crosses borders.
Bridgette believes the Miss SA platform is the next step in living a purposeful life. Her motto, “No one gets left behind,” reflects her dedication to inclusive empowerment.
2. Buyisile Mashile: A Doctor with a Mission
Province: Gauteng
Age: 28
Hometown: Daveyton, Benoni (Lives in Boksburg)
Dr. Buyisile “Nelly” Mashile is not just a qualified medical doctor and surgeon – she’s an advocate for youth empowerment through her initiative, Ignite Unite. Born into humble beginnings, she pursued her medical studies in Cuba and later specialised in surgery at Wits University.
Her re-entry into Miss SA 2025 is a testament to her perseverance. She believes in dreaming big, because “reality will be even bigger.”
3. Ghee-Ann Rademan: Healing Minds, One Woman at a Time
Province: Western Cape
Age: 23
Hometown: Northern Suburbs, Cape Town
With a BA in Industrial Psychology, Ghee-Ann Rademan is a registered mental health professional and founder of an online counselling platform for women. She’s on a mission to educate women about their mental health and help them heal.
Ghee-Ann is leveraging the Miss SA stage to amplify her reach, saying: “I’m here to love and to serve.”
4. Gizelle Venske: Financial Integrity Advocate
Province: Gauteng
Age: 27
Hometown: Vanderbijlpark (Lives in Pretoria)
Gizelle Venske is a Chartered Accountant with international experience, having worked in Sydney with Deloitte. Now a Business Development Manager, she uses her profession to promote ethical financial practices.
She mentors youth on financial literacy, from budgeting to filing taxes empowering them with life-changing knowledge.
Her motto? “A woman who follows her own footsteps finds places no one else has ever been.”
5. Karabo Mareka: From Alexandra to the World
Province: Gauteng
Age: 27
Hometown: Alexandra (Now based in Virginia, USA)
Flight attendant Karabo Mareka wants to be a “beacon of hope” for young people from disadvantaged backgrounds. She’s living proof that with creativity and determination, global opportunities are within reach.
She says, “You’ll never know unless you try. What do you have to lose?”
6. Luyanda Nonhlelo Zuma: Redefining African Storytelling
Province: KwaZulu-Natal
Age: 23
Hometown: Pietermaritzburg (Lives in Johannesburg)
Back for a second time in the Top 10, Luyanda Zuma is a model, actress, and founder of LeNZ Media. Through her storytelling platform and the Nonhlelo Foundation, she uplifts youth and supports orphans across Gauteng.
Her vision is clear: create lasting social impact through art and service.
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7. Lebohang Msimanga: Leading Through Service
Province: Gauteng
Age: 27
Hometown: Empangeni (Lives in Midrand)
Lebohang Msimanga blends business with community service. A BCom graduate and professional model, she founded Lebo Leads Foundation to help youth cultivate leadership skills. She also volunteers at under-resourced schools, ensuring children have access to daily meals.
Her personal mantra? “Stick to the plan, not your mood.”
8. Nthabiseng Kgasi: Bridging the Digital Divide
Province: Gauteng
Age: 30
Hometown: Soweto (Lives in Bryanston)
With degrees in Marketing and Communications, Nthabiseng Kgasi works in the telecommunications sector while running her own social media agency. Her advocacy focuses on giving underserved youth access to digital resources.
She believes: “Let your ‘why’ guide you every step of the way.”
9. Qhawekazi Mazaleni: Voice for Speech Therapy Inclusion
Province: Eastern Cape
Age: 24
Hometown: Gonubie, East London (Lives in Randburg)
Qhawekazi Mazaleni holds a Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology and focuses her research on Autism. Her mission is to bridge cultural and linguistic gaps in speech therapy, ensuring no child is left behind due to language barriers.
Her motto encourages boldness: “It’s only embarrassing if you’re embarrassed. Don’t be afraid to be seen trying.”
10. Zanele Phakathi: Empowering Youth Through Tech
Province: Gauteng
Age: 27
Hometown: Soweto (Lives in Pretoria)
Zanele Phakathi has a strong background in IT and public sector innovation. She founded Diamonds Model Academy and Za Power House Foundation to help youth access career guidance and digital skills.
Through her Empower Ed campaign, she’s creating real change for South African learners.
Disclaimer: All images of the finalists were sourced from the official Miss South Africa website.
What Sets the Miss SA Top 10 Finalists Apart?
This year’s Miss SA Top 10 Finalists don’t just talk about change – they are making it happen. Each finalist has a unique advocacy project, often rooted in personal experience, that addresses pressing societal issues such as education, mental health, youth development, and digital inclusion.
Their stories serve as real-life case studies of resilience, community spirit, and leadership.
The Road Ahead: What’s Next for the Top 10?
Now that the Top 10 has been revealed, these finalists will take part in a rigorous series of public appearances, interviews, and challenges. These activities will shape their journey to the Miss South Africa 2025 finale, where one woman will be crowned and take on the responsibility of national representation.
The public can follow their journeys on the official Miss SA website and social platforms.
Why Miss South Africa Still Matters
Miss South Africa is more than a pageant; it is a platform for societal change. With previous winners making global waves, from Zozibini Tunzi to Lalela Mswane, the competition continues to elevate South Africa’s most promising young women into leadership roles at home and abroad.
Who Will Wear the Crown?
As we get to know the Miss SA Top 10 Finalists, one thing becomes clear: South Africa’s future is in capable hands. These finalists are not just contestants; they are change-makers, storytellers, and advocates ready to uplift the nation.