The Mr, Miss and Mrs Diamond of the Vaal gala event was hosted on 1 & 2 September at the Etienne Etienne Rousseau Theatre in Sasolburg and what a spectacular event it was.

The lovely Hannelie Petzer was crowned Miss Diamond of the Vaal, while her equally beautiful sister, Johané Enslin, was crowned Mrs Diamond of the Vaal.

Category winners are:

Miss Petite Diamond of the Vaal – Mbali Mbele
First Princess- Mekayla Stander
Second Princess -Enzokuhle Nku

Mr Teen Diamond of the Vaal – Siyabonga Masike
Second Place – Thato Maloka
Third Place – Eddie Brand

Miss Teen Diamond of the Vaal – Tshepiso Sekharume
First Princess – Alwande Masuku
Second Princess – Chazelle Pistorius

Miss Diamond of the Vaal – Hannelie Petzer
First Princess – Rethabile Rankhanyane
Second Princess – Michaela van Vuuren

Mr Diamond of the Vaal – Dylan Kleynhans
Second Place- Duarté Bosch
Third Place- Walko Jacobs

Mrs Diamond of the Vaal – Johané Enslin
First Princess- Tracey Redelinghuys
Second Princess – Andani Maliehe

“As we reflect upon our first year we are elated to express our heartfelt congratulations to the deserving winners,” says Brandan Erxleben (owner) and Renita Lombard (organiser) of the pageant.”

“All the hard work, dedication, and tireless efforts of everyone involved were evident in every aspect of the event making it truly spectacular. From the stunning performances to the impeccable stage decorations, every element was meticulously planned and executed perfectly,” says Renita.

The event not only showcased remarkable models and performances but also recognised deserving winners who left the participants and audience in awe, making the event a resounding success.

Brandan and Renita would like to once more thank all the sponsors without whom the same success could not have been achieved:

Mooivaal Media, 90.6fm, Ink Street Graphics, CoCo Box, Unapologetic, Heirla, Consumables and Consulting, Now Tech, SA Music Group, Noteraai, Cas Aucamp Properties, The Styling Loft, ONS Printers, Graphic Imprint, CD Industrial Services, Active Auto, Riverside Sun Hotel, Nonyana Lodge, Rivièra on Vaal, Adara Aesthetic SPA, Nimue skin care, Renita Lombard Productions, No Name Bar & Family Restaurant, Designs by Marius, Mariska Pfahl Couture, Markham Vaal Mall, Ilze Delport Couture, Royal Swan Bridal Boutique, Mardo Rame, JLR Floral Design, Soma Sense Academy, Short Term Trust Brokers, Stephanie Grace Photography, Esindayo Spesialised Transport, Models Unlimited, Vaal Mall, Wedgerox, Bluestar Sasolburg affiliated with Sanlam, Tentworx & Alterego.