6 Facts to know about Miss South Africa 2025, Qhawekazi Mazaleni

On Saturday, South Africa crowned its new queen, Qhawekazi Mazaleni from the Eastern Cape, At just 25, Qhawekazi Mazaleni stands as a symbol of grace, intellect, and purpose a queen who leads with heart, heritage, and hope for a more literate and inclusive South Africa. Stepping into the spotlight as the newly crowned Miss South Africa 2025. Here are five things to know about her:

1. She’s a qualified speech therapist

Qhawekazi holds a degree in Speech, Language, and Hearing Therapy from Stellenbosch University and is currently pursuing her Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology at the University of Pretoria, specialising in Autism.

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2. She’s passionate about children

Working closely with young patients, she uses her skills to help them overcome communication barriers and reach their full potential.

3. Her impact is purpose-driven

Qhawekazi’s mission is to tackle South Africa’s unemployment crisis by addressing the country’s literacy challenges in the foundation phase.

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4. A legacy of excellence runs in the family

Her sister, Hombakazi Mazaleni, paved the way when she made it to the Top 5 at Miss South Africa 2023, inspiring Qhawekazi to follow in her footsteps and claim the crown two years later.

5. She’s an author and storyteller at heart

Her children’s book, Amasele Amdaka, written in isiXhosa, was inspired by one of her patients and teaches reading and counting skills, blending education with culture.

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6. She celebrates language and inclusion

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On her TikTok page, Diaries of a Xhosa Girl. she taught herself to speak Sepedi and Sotho to better connect with her young patients, proving that empathy knows no language barriers.