Who Will Be Crowned Mr. South Africa 2023?
It is time to crown South Africa’s next male ambassador! This year promises to be like no other with the announcement of the brand-new hosting partnership between Mr. South Africa & Vodacom World Events at Vodacom World Midrand.
What makes this year different is an all-female judging panel, astonishing entertainment acts, new celebration partners, and all-new wardrobe partners. These are a few things other than the gorgeous Vodacom Dome at Vodacom World that make this year different, there is also a never-before-seen partnership that is being kept under wraps and will be announced at the Mr. South Africa 2023 grand finale.
Of course, there are also the most important people, the finalists. We are excited to have watched these talented individuals grow into their full potential and we look forward to seeing them each bring their own causes and unique take on life to the competition.
Meet The Finalists of Mr SA 2023:
Melvin Ndhlovu
Melvin is a fitness coach originally from Tzaneen, Limpopo but now resides in Centurion, Pretoria. He is a fitness coach and entrepreneur in the digital marketing space.
Should you win Mr. South Africa, what would your focus be? “As Mr. South Africa I would focus on Boy Child – Mental Health, gender equality, health & wellness, digital literacy.”
#teammelvin
Tiaan Massyn
Tiaan is a distinguished South African businessman and optometrist based in Centurion, who owns optometric practices in Gauteng and the Western Cape. At 29, he’s not only a successful optometrist & entrepreneur but also a singer and songwriter.
Should you win Mr. South Africa, what would your focus be? “As Mr. South Africa & as an optometrist, I would like to make eye care more accessible to the youth & those who do not have access to it. I would also like to advocate for better mental health awareness.”
#teamtiaan
Frik Van Heerden
Frik is a business owner & entrepreneur from Pretoria, who among managing his companies, has been listed in a Fox 40 press release for his achievements in the business world.
Should you win Mr. South Africa, what would your focus be? “As Mr. South Africa I would focus on developing young upcoming entrepreneurs to formulate a concrete and sustainable business.”
#teamfrik
Pogwane Julius Tsebe
Julius is the director of Nqcobo Tsebe Arts Academy. He hails from Alexandra. His achievements include starring in South African reality shows & he holds a degree in Logistics Management.
Should you win Mr. South Africa, what would your focus be? “As Mr. South Africa I would like to encourage young people to express themselves creatively. Promote racial harmony & ANTI-GBV through arts.”
#teamjulius
Clayton Rhulani Mnise
Originally from Pretoria, now based in the Western Cape, Clayton is not only a flight instructor, and an Air Force pilot but he was also part of the well-known Silver Falcon aerobatics team.
Should you win Mr. South Africa, what would your focus be? “As Mr. South Africa I would focus on being a role model to young South African men to encourage them to believe in themselves and their abilities.”
#teamclayton
Roman Reddy
Roman is a corporate lawyer from Kwazulu-Natal, who specialises in banking legislation. At school level, he showed enough promise to be granted a full academic scholarship.
Should you win Mr. South Africa, what would your focus be? “As Mr. South Africa I would like to put my efforts and focus on education toward South African youth.”
#teamroman
Itumeleng Kenneth Mohanoe
Itumeleng is the CEO of Coach Itu Academy. He hails from Sandton, Johannesburg. His achievements include Mail & Guardian 200 Young South Africans Lister & former speech coach to the Chief of SA Navy.
Should you win Mr. South Africa, what would your focus be? “As Mr. South Africa I would focus on holistic 21st century education for underprivileged schools in South Africa, with Social Corrections.”
#teamitumeleng
Lefa Taleni
Lefa is a young entrepreneur from Qwaqwa, Freestate, other than making the Mr. South Africa 2023 TOP 10 he is also a self-taught editor.
Should you win Mr. South Africa, what would your focus be? “As Mr. South Africa I would focus on unemployment in South Africa”
#teamlefa
Ndumiso Shezi
Not only is he a professional model and an entrepreneur, but Ndumiso, who hails from Kwazulu-Natal also holds a bachelor’s degree in architectural studies as well as a certificate in project management.
Should you win Mr. South Africa, what would your focus be? “As Mr. South Africa I want to continue the conversation with men at a national level, that man’s emotions and feelings are valid, and they matter. Creating a safe space for men to sharpen each other through deep meaningful conversations and holding each other accountable is a solution and therefore mentorship is necessary at all levels.”
#teamndumiso
Thashil Maharaj
Thashil is the adrenaline finalist who is not only a software engineer, but in his free time, he enjoys mountaineering, skydiving & scuba diving.
Should you win Mr. South Africa, what would your focus be? “As Mr. South Africa I would focus on Wildlife Conservation and Mental Health Awareness”.
#teamthashil
Event Information:
Mr. SA 2023 Crowning
Date:
11 November 2023
Arrivals:
17:00
Dress Code:
Red Carpet
Venue:
Vodacom Dome at Vodacom World, Midrand.
Tickets:
from R375 through Mr SA
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