Latest news with #AyandaThabethe
![All eyes on the crown: Mrs SA reveals 2025 top 30 finalists [Pics]](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.citizen.co.za%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F07%2Fmrs-south-africa-2025-top-30.jpg&w=3840&q=100)
![All eyes on the crown: Mrs SA reveals 2025 top 30 finalists [Pics]](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.citizen.co.za%2Fassets%2Fimg%2Fcitizen-icon.png&w=48&q=75){kind=icon}
The Citizen
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Citizen
All eyes on the crown: Mrs SA reveals 2025 top 30 finalists [Pics]
The search for the new queen continues. Mrs South Africa has officially announced the 2025 top 30 finalists following a competitive semi-final round held at Hotel Sky in Sandton. The semi-final showcase was hosted by media personality Ayanda Thabethe and featured a performance by singer-songwriter Lloyd Cele. The event, which began on 2 July, included empowerment workshops, a swimwear presentation, and in-depth judging sessions. The finalists were announced after three days of closed interviews, workshops, rehearsals, and a dazzling live showcase. Judges assessed the contestants on leadership potential, community involvement, and communication skills. The semi-finals concluded last Friday with a glamorous stage event, where the contestants stepped into the spotlight one last time before the final cut. Mrs South Africa CEO Joani Jacobs described this year's group as 'simply astonishing'. 'Every entrant arrives with a story worth telling. Our job is to amplify those stories and share their messages of courage, hope, and purpose, while equipping them to become leaders in their own spheres,' she said. She added that each of the semi-finalists has the ability to impact their communities and help change the world. 'We've seen them go from women already beaming with confidence but unsure how best to direct their strengths, into powerful leaders who can command a room and bring about change through sheer force of will. We look forward to seeing what else the journey of life holds for them.' ALSO READ: Former Mrs South Africa wins big in California Meet the 2025 Mrs South Africa finalists Anita Momberg, 46 – Kuilsrivier, Western Cape Bontle Manana, 35 – Pretoria, Gauteng Carika Bebb, 44 – Cape Town, Western Cape Czar Motsuenyane, 39 – Randburg, Gauteng Emihle Heli, 25 – Kuilsrivier, Western Cape Jessica Erasmus, 40 – Pretoria, Gauteng Lebo Mfeka, 43 – Krugersdorp, Gauteng Lioni Birch, 42 – Roodepoort, Gauteng Manani Botes, 37 – Tzaneen, Limpopo Meg Harvey – Bryanston, Gauteng Miliswa Jordan, 47 – Midrand, Gauteng Rea Seabela, 39 – Boksburg, Gauteng Rechaux Browne, 44 – Cape Town, Western Cape Rona Hogins, 40 – Krugersdorp, Gauteng Samantha Gillion, 41 – Gordons Bay, Western Cape Sarah Bond, 34 – Durban, KwaZulu-Natal Sarah Louw, 36 – Pretoria, Gauteng Sarah Morgan Walker, 38 – Durban, KwaZulu-Natal Sinothile Kubu, 40 – Vaal Park, Free State Siyasanga Mophethe, 39 – Bloemfontein, Free State Stellie Taute, 46 – Mossel Bay, Western Cape Talitha Oosthuizen, 42 – Edenvale, Gauteng Taryn Raubenheimer, 34 – Bedfordview, Gauteng Thato Butelezi, 37 – Brits, North West Verusca Franzman, 35 – Vredenburg, Western Cape Verushka Singh, 39 – Steyn City, Gauteng Wendy Van Zyl, 55 – Waterkloof, Gauteng Wilmarie Kriel, 36 – Cape Town, Gauteng Yvette Muller, 52 – Somerset West, Western Cape Zaza Letsholo, 43 – Kwamhlanga, Mpumalanga NOW READ: 7 reasons Gen Zs choose friends with benefits
News24
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News24
Ayanda Thabethe's fairytale wedding to Peter Matsimbe'
Ayanda Thabethe and businessman Peter Matsimbe recently officially 'signed a promise' to their forever. The two exchanged vows in an intimate and elegant wedding ceremony that took place on Sunday, June 29, 2025, surrounded by close friends and family. Ayanda and Peter started dating in May 2021, together they have two sons, and they got engaged in December 2024 in a cosy and romantic proposal with rows of white flower petals that lined the aisle leading to LED lights that read 'Will you marry me?' Read more | Ayanda Thabethe issues legal statement after false relationship claims Ayanda announced her engagement and indirectly responded to speculations regarding whether Peter was married when they first met writing 'I am deeply honoured to be your first and only wife, the one chosen to share this lifetime of love with you.' The couple has left the internet ululating once as they announced their official signing. Ayanda shared a clip of their ceremony, with her beautiful white wedding gown, the stunning deco, and the guests all looking chic in their black themed outfits. 'In front of God and surrounded by love, we signed a promise that began long before pen met paper. Our signing ceremony — The beginning of our forever as a family,' reads the caption. And she concluded it with a brief Bible verse from the Song of Solomon. 'I have found the one whom my soul loves.' – Song of Songs 3:4.' Ayanda has since updated her Instagram account and added 'Matsimbe' to her name. Many took to the comments section to congratulate the two and wished them well on their union. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ayanda Matsimbe (MBA) (@ayandathabethe_)
News24
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News24
‘Surrounded by love': Ayanda Thabethe shares stunning snippets of her commitment ceremony
Ayanda Thabethe married businessman Peter Matsimbe in an intimate signing ceremony. The couple looked stunning, with Ayanda opting for a classy white gown and Peter a timeless black-and-white suit. Ayanda expressed her love in a touching caption, affirming their journey as a family, while fans and friends filled the comments with congratulations. South African media personality Ayanda Thabethe is officially married. During an intimate signing ceremony, the TV presenter said 'I do' to her partner of four years and the father of her children, businessman Peter Matsimbe. On her Instagram page, the 39-year-old blushing bride shared a mesmerising compilation of moments from their special day, held on 29 June. Ayanda graced the day in a sophisticated and alluring white sleeveless gown adorned with a sweetheart neckline and daring high slits. Her husband wore a timeless black-and-white fitted suit. The event's décor was a vision of understated elegance. Its all-white theme blended simplicity and romance, perfectly framing the intimacy of the occasion. She captioned the post with a heartfelt message, 'In front of God and surrounded by love, we signed a promise that began long before pen met paper. Our signing ceremony—The beginning of our forever as a family.' She concluded her caption with a short Bible verse from the Song of Solomon. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ayanda Matsimbe (MBA) (@ayandathabethe_) The stunning couple were inundated with well-wishes and congratulatory messages from friends and fans who flooded the comment section. Reality TV star Mpumi Mops wrote, 'Absolutely stunning, congratulations and God bless.' While TV presenter Moshe Ndiki said, 'Congratulations, baby, this is so beautiful.' Ayanda and Peter started dating in May 2021 and got engaged in December 2024 during a romantic rose-petal affair. Heading online at the time, she announced the news in a post that read, 'You are the perfect sunset where my quest for love has found its ending and the spectacular sunrise where my most meaningful adventure begins. Thank you for the greatest gift of all: your heart and our sons,' she gushed. Subtly addressing rumours about whether Peter was married when they first met, she added, 'I am deeply honoured to be your first and only wife, the one chosen to share this lifetime of love with you.'
News24
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News24
Hot autumn looks from Ayanda Thabethe and more stars
It might be a little chilly outside but that hasn't stopped South Africa's finest from turning heads on every corner. Animal prints are making a big comeback (as if they ever left!) with media personalities Nomuzi 'Moozlie' Mabena and Ayanda Thabethe taking a daring approach with full-on leopard and cheetah printed outfits. Earth tones, chocolate hues and rich burgundy colours are undoubtedly colours of the season, pairing perfectly with autumn's cosy aura. Pastels are still making a mark in fashion this season, with baby pinks, soft blues and lavender hues a favourite for many stars. Here are some of our favourite looks of the week: Natasha Thahane's dapper look in Bam Collective View this post on Instagram A post shared by Natasha Thahane (@natasha_thahane) Angela Sithole looking luscious in lavender View this post on Instagram A post shared by ANGELA THANDO SITHOLE (@angelasithole) Moozlie's full-on cheetah glam View this post on Instagram A post shared by Nomuzi Mabena (@moozlie) Siya Bunny is cute in cashmere View this post on Instagram A post shared by Siyanda Bani (@siyabunny) Ayanda Thabethe giving Catwoman View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ayanda Thabethe (@ayandathabethe_) Fafa Kubheka is pretty in pink View this post on Instagram A post shared by kwanele kubheka (@fafa_kubheka) Lunathi Mampofu's androgenous flair View this post on Instagram A post shared by Lunathi Mampofu (@lunathimampofu) Siphesihle Ndaba is channeling autumn chic View this post on Instagram A post shared by Siphesihle Ndaba 🇿🇦 (@ceecee_ndaba)
The Citizen
05-05-2025
- Business
- The Citizen
Ayanda's Triumph: Completing Her MBA Journey
Thabethe proudly announced that she obtained her MBA with a distinction. South African TV host, entrepreneur, model and brand ambassador for some of the world's leading brands, Ayanda Thabethe, has obtained her Master of Business Administration (MBA). Thabethe went on to share that her MBA journey started in 2021, and after four years, she has finally completed it. She expressed how obtaining an MBA typically takes around two and a half years, yet it took her four years. In that time span, she has welcomed two children. 'With every pause, every return, came with its own mountain to climb. But with determination and the best support system both personally and from @henleyafrica [Henley Business School – Africa], I never lost sight of why I started', Thabethe shared on Friday. ALSO SEE: 'I have big shoes to fill' – Ayanda Thabethe to compete at Miss Supranational Her motivation to finish As someone who shares much of her life on social media, Thabethe reflected on how thatplayed a role in her achievement. 'While many people believe in announcing only when things are done (and to a large extent, I do too), publicly declaring this goal became part of my motivation to finish. It served to follow through, not just for me, but for anyone who may have needed the reminder that you can do hard things.' ALSO SEE: Three times mom-to-be Ayanda Thabethe rocked the fashion carpet 'Your story is a beautiful reminder of why we do what we do. We're so proud of you and honoured to have been part of your story. Welcome to the Henley MBA alumni family!' said Henley Business School in a congratulatory message to Thabethe. What the MBA means for the businesswoman An MBA is essentially designed to equip professionals with the skills and knowledge they need for leadership and management roles, particularly in senior positions. Thabethe proudly announced that she obtained her MBA with a distinction. 'I'm incredibly proud to have passed with a distinction for my thesis, and I give all glory to God for carrying me through,' she stated.
