Four-year-old inspires others to dream big
Little Zaylee Else is a bright, energetic 4-year-old on a mission to become South Africa's next 'top model.'
Relatively new to the world of pageantry, Zaylee is already a proud finalist in the 2025 Miss Global Princess South Africa (MGPSA) competition’s mini category.
Zaylee will not only be representing Newcastle but KwaZulu-Natal at the MGPSA finals, which will be hosted in Johannesburg next year.
Little Zaylee says she sees this competition as an opportunity to show a positive attitude, spread happiness, and grow both as a person and as a model.
She is adamant that her personality, intelligence, and determination make her well-equipped as a finalist in the prestigious MGPSA pageant.
“I believe that beauty is power, and it’s important to shine with confidence while staying true to you. I hope to inspire other young girls to dream big and shine as brightly as they can,” Zaylee said.
Being a finalist also meant that the contestants had to give back to their communities, a role Zaylee takes to heart.
“Making people happy and seeing them smile brings me joy. My charity work isn’t an obligation because it comes from my heart.”
Vote, vote, vote!
If you believe in her and wish to support her on her journey by cheering her on, then please vote for her in the public choice category:
Voting costs: R10 (1 vote), R50 (10 votes), R100 (20 votes), R200 (45 votes), R300 (70 votes), R400 (100 votes), R500 (130 votes), R1000 (335 votes), and R2000 (1000 votes).
How to vote:
- Account name: Miss Global Princess South Africa (PTY) LTD
- Bank: FNB
- Account No: 63024100058
- Account type: Savings
- Reference: Zaylee Els
Zaylee wished to give a special and heartfelt thank-you to MMG Toyota, part of the MMG franchise, who funding her Miss Global Princess journey.
This generous and kind-hearted sponsorship will allow her to fully focus on savouring and enjoying the experience while making unforgettable memories.
A cabinet of trophies:
Although relatively new to the industry, Zaylee is definitely no stranger to the ‘runway,’ having achieved tremendous success in just one year of modelling.
Her remarkable accomplishments include a series of top-place wins in various pageantry and photogenic competitions. They included the following:
Pageantry highlights:
- June 10, 2023: Best Dressed Winner
- April 20, 2024: Miss Winter Festival – 2nd Princess (4-6 year-old division)
- August 17, 2024: Miss Wonder Woman—2nd Princess
- August 24, 2024: Mej Suid-Oos Petite (Vryheid) – Winner (3-6-year-old division)
- October 12, 2024: Mej Klapperjol Festival – Winner (4-6-year-old division)
Photogenic Competition Highlights:
- Miss Magical Forest Queen 2024: 1st Princess (4-6-year-old division)
- Miss Pre-Eminent SA 2024: 1st Princess (4-6 year-old division)
- Miss Ice Beauty 2024: 1st Princess (0-6-year-old division)
- Miss Sweet October 2024: Winner (0-6 year-old division)
Gearing up for the upcoming Miss Memel pageant:
Prior to her MGPSA finals, Zaylee will be competing in the Memel Summer Festival’s Miss Memel Pageant on December 7.
“I thank my community and everyone who supports me. Your smiles and encouragement bring me joy on this journey,” Zaylee says. She also extends special thanks to her modelling teacher, Miss Sharnè Dheochand, for instilling confidence and offering unwavering support.
For more information on her pageant journey, contact her mom, Christie Els, at 081 840 9471.
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