Miss Culture hosted in Thembisa
"“In the end, Bontle Mphahlela was crowned the queen, with Samkelisiwe Mazibuko as the first princess and Tholi Khoza as the second princess."
Miss Culture was hosted for young girls at Moses Molelekwa Art Centre in Thembisa on May 27.
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The event, sponsored by the Gauteng Department of Sports, Art, Culture and Recreation, celebrated culture, beauty, talent, and grace.
In attendance were parents, friends, and supporters of the contestants.
The pageant was organised to promote confidence, self-esteem, and personal growth among young girls.
The contestants, who ranged from five to 12, were allowed to showcase their talents, personalities, and beauty in front of a panel of judges.
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According to the organiser, Nonkuleko Mtshali, the girls participated in various rounds.
“In the talent round, some of the girls were singing, dancing, and reciting poetry.
“The traditional dress round was a colourful display of cultural diversity, as the girls dressed in traditional outfits from their respective communities.
“The question and answer round tested their knowledge and confidence as they answered questions on some topics.
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“The girls displayed remarkable poise, confidence, and grace. Their supporters cheered them on and were impressed by their talent and beauty.
“The judges had difficulty selecting the winners, as all the girls displayed exceptional qualities.
“In the end, Bontle Mphahlela was crowned the queen, with Samkelisiwe Mazibuko as the first princess and Tholi Khoza as the second princess.
“They received prizes, certificates, and the admiration of the audience. The real winners of the pageant were the girls who participated, as they gained valuable experience, confidence, and self-esteem that will serve them in their future endeavours.
“The beauty pageant was a success, not only because of the talent and beauty of the contestants but because of the positive message it sent to young girls.
“It reminded them that they are beautiful, talented, and capable of achieving great things if they believe in themselves and pursue their dreams with determination and hard work.
“The event was a celebration of girlhood and a testament to the power of confidence, self-esteem, and personal growth,” said Mtshali.
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