Qhawekazi Mazaleni reflects on Miss South Africa 2025 reign

As her term approaches its conclusion, Miss South Africa 2025 Qhawekazi Mazaleni has shared highlights from her reign, emphasizing her commitment to community service and educational activism.

Mazaleni, a speech therapist and author, utilized her platform to advocate for inclusive education and speech therapy services. Her initiatives included hosting reading sessions at the Alexandra 3rd Avenue Children’s Library to encourage literacy and visiting the Mohato School for Autism in Soweto to support children's communication skills.

In a recent homecoming to her hometown in the Eastern Cape, Mazaleni was welcomed by local residents while wearing a custom Xhosa ensemble. The Miss South Africa 2026 finale is scheduled for 14 November 2026, when she will pass on the crown to her successor.