Monnas’ Adè crowned Miss SA
Adè is a former learner at Monument High who matriculated in 2009.
Adè van Heerden, the first Princess to former Miss South Africa Demi-Leigh Nel-Peters, was crowned the new Miss South Africa on 30 November, in light of Demi-Leigh’s recent win at the Miss Universe pageant.
Adè is a former learner at Monument High who matriculated in 2009.
Earlier this month, Adè was placed in the Top 10 at the Miss World pageant where she competed as Miss World South Africa. This was the first time for South Africa that a princess was placed in the final 10. She was also announced winner of Beauty with a Purpose, along with four other contestants.
“Having only three weeks to prepare for Miss World and placing in the Top 10 as well as winning the Beauty with a Purpose project were achievements beyond my wildest dreams.
But what I will carry with me forever is the immense pride I felt in being able to represent South Africa. I am delighted that I will be able to continue doing so as Miss South Africa,” the 26-year-old medical doctor and lieutenant at 2 Military Hospital in Cape Town said.
She said she was overjoyed when Demi was crowned Miss Universe.
“Demi has worked to make her dream a reality and I am elated to celebrate this victory with her. I know that I have big shoes to fill but am thrilled and humbled to wear the Miss South Africa crown. Previous Miss South Africas have already welcomed me into the sisterhood with open arms, and I realise that I now have the responsibility of continuing the Miss South Africa legacy, a legacy that leads women of all cultures, spreads love and unites South Africans.”
During her reign as Miss South Africa, Adè would like to continue to focus on mental health issues, particularly among young women.
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