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The Citizen
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- Entertainment
- The Citizen
‘I'm an action woman — meetings will bore me': Gcina Mhlophe urges action at National Dialogue
Mhlophe is among those invited to the National Dialogue by President Cyril Ramaphosa alongside Dr John Kani and Mia Le Roux. Gcina Mhlophe says she's honoured by the invitation to the National Dialogue but emphasised the importance of getting work done. Picture: Bonginkosi Tiwane 'I'm an action woman. Meetings are going to bore me after a while, I ask that we please work,' respected author Gcina Mhlophe, told The Citizen. The storyteller is among those who were invited to the National Dialogue by President Cyril Ramaphosa. The president announced the appointment of the Eminent Persons Group (EPG) to guide and champion the National Dialogue, and Mhlophe is among those invited. The EPG comprises prominent individuals in society who have a proven commitment to advancing social cohesion and nation-building. The selected individuals are drawn from across the country and from many fields of endeavour in public life, according to the government. In the art and creative space, the president invited playwright and director Dr John Kani and reigning Miss SA, Mia Le Roux. ALSO READ: Miss SA Mia Le Roux joins National Dialogue to 'ensure credibility' Gcina Mhlophe humbled by invite to National Dialogue Mhlophe said she was humbled by the president's invitation to the National Dialogue. 'I mean, who would have thought the president would think of me? We are at the bottom of the food chain when you think of how storytelling is undervalued. We are celebrated more in other countries than we are celebrated in South Africa,' shared the renowned storyteller. Opinion on the National Dialogue is as divided as the country's election results last year. While some have seen it as an opportunity for South Africans to air their grievances about the country's progress or the lack thereof over the last 30 years, others view it as a waste of state funds by the government. 'People need stories. You can't make movies without stories, you can't make music without stories-especially if you want to make music that's gonna become a classic.' Mhlophe says she is impressed by the diversity of the people invited to the National Dialogue. 'It was so diverse, the types of people that were elected to be part of this dialogue. Now we're having conversations. Thank you for being selected, but what are we gonna do.' Miss Mia le Roux said her participation in the National Dialogue is to ensure that the process is credible and to serve as a voice for the voiceless, advocating for those who often go unheard. 'I'm here to ensure that there is credibility to the process. We all are here to drive that credibility and to ensure that this will be a success,' said Le Roux. Dr Kani said his excitement about the dialogue stems from the opportunity to reflect on the country's journey since the dawn of democracy in 1994, particularly in terms of citizen reflection. 'Maybe even speak to ourselves in our communities and say 'what can I do to improve the situation, to improve the lives of our people…what are my responsibilities in dealing with crime in my street',' said the actor. Kani highlighted other social ills the country faces, urging South Africans to reflect on their contributions to the country's welfare. ''Are you aware?' I'm asking myself, I'm not saying what the government is doing. I'm asking myself what am I doing. This then, for me, give us that push.' ALSO READ: Thandiswa Mazwai says she would've accepted invite to national dialogue had Ramaphosa sent it Awards honour a legend Mhlophe spoke to The Citizen at the Simon Mabhunu Sabela KwaZulu-Natal film and TV awards over the weekend. 'They are named after an amazing man, Simon Mahunu Sabela. Many young people when they hear they're nominated for this award, they don't know who on earth was Simon Mahunu Sabela. Sabela is South Africa's first black film director. He directed films like Ikati Elimnyama, a renowned South African comedy film, and Ngaka, which starred Somizi Mhlongo's father, Ndaba Mhlongo. 'So it forces us to keep on saying his name, remembering who he was and feeling that we are going forward with that legacy they started with Cynthia Shange, Ndaba Mhlongo…all those big names let's celebrate talent,' she said. NOW READ: Shaka iLembe is about to get 'pretty wild', says Lifetime Achievement Award-winning director Angus Gibson
The South African
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The South African
Miss SA Mia Le Roux announces engagement: 'Yes to forever!'
Miss South Africa Mia Le Roux has announced her engagement to partner Luke Ten Oever. The beauty queen is the second winner, after Natasha Joubert, to get engaged during her reign. In previous years, winners have waited until their year in the spotlight is over to make significant life decisions like getting engaged, marrying, or even having a baby. In an Instagram post, Mia Le Roux announced the happy news of her engagement. The first differently abled Miss SA queen shared pictures of herself with her partner: ' I cannot wait to become your wife!' 'The immense love, patience, and sacrifice you have shown me this year has been nothing short of incredible. From the way you hold space for me with calm and steadiness in life's tough moments to the way we lose ourselves in laughter over the silliest things. My heart will choose you over and over again'. Mia le Roux added that the couple had been engaged for a while, and that they were now 'ready to share our joy with the world'. She added: 'We said yes to forever!' Last year, Natasha Joubert – Mia Le Roux's predecessor – became the first-ever Miss SA to become engaged during her year of reign. According to the competition, the occasion was above board. Spokesperson Janine Walker said: 'Since the current Miss South Africa Organisation has owned the title, title holders have been able to date. And once rules were changed to allow married women and mothers to enter, they have been allowed to be engaged during their reign.' Walker added that winners could also get married or even fall pregnant and have a baby. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 . Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp , Facebook , X, and Bluesky for the latest news.
The Herald
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Herald
'I can't wait to become your wife': Miss SA Mia le Roux announces engagement
Reigning Miss South Africa Mia Le Roux has officially announced her engagement to her long-time partner Luke ten Oever and social media is swooning. The beauty queen shared the joyous news on Instagram, posting a heartfelt message to her fiancé along with glimpses of her dazzling engagement ring, a striking oval green stone set in a delicate band. She looked radiant in gowns by Anel Bothac and Dollhouse Emporium. 'Hello there, fiancé. I cannot wait to become your wife,' she gushed in the caption. 'We have been engaged for a while now and mutually agreed that we just want to enjoy our little bubble. This is one moment that just belonged to us for a little while — and now we are ready to share our joy with the world.' Reflecting on their relationship, Mia praised Luke's love and unwavering support through her Miss SA journey and beyond. 'The immense love, patience and sacrifice you have shown me this year has been nothing short of incredible,' she wrote. 'From the way you hold space for me with calm and steadiness in life's tough moments to the way we lose ourselves in laughter over the silliest things. My heart will choose you over and over again — even though you have to inspect your cricket kit for an hour first when I ask for a cup of coffee. 'We said yes to forever,' she added.
TimesLIVE
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- TimesLIVE
'I can't wait to become your wife': Miss SA Mia le Roux announces engagement
Reigning Miss South Africa Mia Le Roux has officially announced her engagement to her long-time partner Luke ten Oever and social media is swooning. The beauty queen shared the joyous news on Instagram, posting a heartfelt message to her fiancé along with glimpses of her dazzling engagement ring, a striking oval green stone set in a delicate band. She looked radiant in gowns by Anel Bothac and Dollhouse Emporium. 'Hello there, fiancé. I cannot wait to become your wife,' she gushed in the caption. 'We have been engaged for a while now and mutually agreed that we just want to enjoy our little bubble. This is one moment that just belonged to us for a little while — and now we are ready to share our joy with the world.' Reflecting on their relationship, Mia praised Luke's love and unwavering support through her Miss SA journey and beyond. 'The immense love, patience and sacrifice you have shown me this year has been nothing short of incredible,' she wrote. 'From the way you hold space for me with calm and steadiness in life's tough moments to the way we lose ourselves in laughter over the silliest things. My heart will choose you over and over again — even though you have to inspect your cricket kit for an hour first when I ask for a cup of coffee. 'We said yes to forever,' she added.
News24
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News24
‘My heart will always choose you': Miss SA Mia le Roux engaged to partner Luke Tenover
Reigning Miss South Africa, Mia le Roux, has officially announced her engagement to longtime partner, Luke Tenover. On Tuesday, Le Roux shared the news with her followers on Instagram, expressing her joy and reflecting on their journey together. Le Roux, who will hand over the Mowana Crown to her successor before the end of the year, wrote: 'I cannot wait to become your wife. The immense love, patience, and sacrifice you have shown me this year have been nothing short of incredible.' She continued, 'From the way you provide calm and steady support during life's challenges to the way we share laughter over the simplest things, my heart will always choose you - even when you take an hour to inspect your cricket kit before making me a cup of coffee.' View this post on Instagram A post shared by M I A L E R O U X (@mialerouxx) The couple has been together for three years. While details of the proposal remain private, Tenover shared an intimate video of the moment, and Le Roux revealed, 'We have been engaged for a while now and mutually agreed to enjoy this moment privately. Now, we are ready to share our joy with the world.' View this post on Instagram A post shared by @luke_tenoever Tenover has supported Le Roux throughout her reign as Miss South Africa. After she made history in August 2024 as the first hearing-impaired Miss South Africa, Tenover posted a heartfelt tribute, saying, 'My dearest Miatjie, words cannot express how proud I am of you. You are the strongest person I have ever known. Winning Miss South Africa is just the beginning, and I have no doubt you will use this platform to achieve remarkable things.' This announcement comes just months after former Miss South Africa, Natasha Joubert, married her high school sweetheart, Enrico Vermaak, marking another milestone for South Africa's beauty queens.
