“I firmly believe the pageant is an incredible platform for any young woman aiming for the stars. Having had the privilege of witnessing many other phenomenal women from humble beginnings reach great heights, I'm also inspired and given hope that I can also achieve greatness and inspire young girls and women. I have entered the pageant three times and each year I dust myself off and try again because I owe it to myself. I believe that winning the title alone would be a story of resilience that I deem a necessary reminder to our people to never give up on their dreams. I am confident that I have the right qualities to wear the crown with grace, become a positive role model and a relatable ambassador for the country. I would like to use the platform to inculcate the culture of entrepreneurship and self-sufficiency among our youth and to encourage more women to own their own businesses. I believe I will bring to the role a mature understanding of what the role of Miss South Africa embodies. I am optimistic, enthusiastic and a dedicated personality, with a love for people and genuine passion for South Africa and the continent.”
Ntskiki Mkhize finalist, South Africa 2015, on why she wants to be Miss South Africa 2015..
Ntsiki Mkhize, 23 years old finalist of Miss South Africa 2015 hailing from Kliprivier, Midvaal, is a BCom Marketing Management and a BCom Honours in Logistics Management from the University of Johannesburg. After completing her undergraduation, Ntsiki started working in sales as a client executive.
The Kliprivier beauty is not a fresher to the world of glamour and fashion, in fact she has also won a few title to her credit, namely - Miss Spring Queen (2007) and Miss Annirand, University of Johannesburg (2010). Ntsiki is deeply inspired by fromer winner, Basetsana Kumalo. “I believe she embodies the essence of a Miss South Africa and is an example of beauty with substance. She is a philanthropist, a shrewd business woman and a proud South African. I am inspired by her resilience and staying power. Years after her crowning, she remains a relevant Miss South Africa title holder”, says Ntsiki about the former Miss South Africa. Also read about Gugulethu banda, finalist of Miss South Africa 2015
In her spare time, Ntsiki enjoys reading, writing, dancing and running as a change from her gym routine. She would like to work for women who feels they are unworthy, confused and scared and give them a message that “No matter where you are now, things will work out. Chin up queen, otherwise the crown will fall.”
Will Ntsiki be the one to win the coveted title of Miss South Africa 2015? Will she be able to add another feather to her hat?