Local girl set for international stage
Setena will be representing South Africa in Namibia, competing for the Miss Face of Africa in March
Langaville- A local pageant queen is ready to represent South Africa at an international competition.
Nthabiseng Setena is Miss Face of Africa, SA 2024.
She was crowned on Saturday at Soshanguve Hotel.
“I was quite nervous because the competition was tight.
“But I always believed that I can bring the crown home with me,” she said.
Setena said the platform will give her more opportunities to do community work.
Born and bred in the small community called Langaville Ext 4, she attended Menzi Primary School and went to Mamellong Comprehensive School.
She then furthered her studies at University of Pretoria.
She said, “I advocate for youth development because I believe that we need to equip young people with the necessary skills to prepare them for the future.
“I entered the pageant to use the platform and opportunities provided to teach young people how to adapt in this world with so many political, economic, social and technological factors affecting their lives and become the change they would like to see in their community.”
Setena will represent South Africa in Namibia, competing for the Miss Face of Africa in March.
“To the young ones, remember your background is not your residence but your reference.
“Just because you come from a township doesn’t mean you will not achieve your dreams. Hard work with great goals can take you far.
“I would like to thank the support I got from my community being involved with Nomndayi Community Games, Springs Football Association and my church, Eagles Bible Church.
“I’m also super grateful to my family and friends.
“I’m ready to serve and bring the international crown home,” she said.
The brainy beauty queen wants to use the international competition to get exposure for other talented young people.
“As I prepare for that big stage I would love to be wearing a gown by a local designer.
“I want my hair, nails and make up to be done by talented people from Kwatsaduza aswell,” she added.
For more on her journey follow nthabiseng_setena and Face of Africa International on Instagram.
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