23-year-old Nkosikhona Roro is representing South Africa at the fourth annual Mister Cosmopolitan 2026 pageant in Nha Trang, Vietnam.

The grand finale, set for Monday, September 14, will see Roro compete against delegates from 19 other nations, including the United States, Spain, Japan and the Philippines.

Speaking on his journey to the international stage, Roro emphasised that his drive extends beyond personal ambition, focusing strongly on youth empowerment in local communities.

“The experience in Vietnam is amazing. It’s such an honour to represent my country on an international stage, while also building brotherhood and exchanging cultural diversity,” he said.

Roro departed for Vietnam on September 2 and has been participating in various pageant activities and touring the country.

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Rise through pageantry ranks

Born and raised in eMbalenhle, Secunda, Roro has enjoyed a swift rise through the pageantry ranks. He first stepped onto the runway in 2023, rapidly building momentum that led to his crowning as Mister Mpumalanga 2026 in May.

He thanked the Mpumalanga community, his family and his sponsors for their contribution to a journey that allows him to represent the province and South Africa beyond its borders.