Ramaphosa Congratulates Miss South Africa 2023 Winner
President Cyril Ramaphosa congratulated Natasha Joubert, who was named Miss South Africa 2023 on Sunday at the grand pageant finale held at the Sunbet Arena at Time Square Casino in Tshwane.
The President said in a tweet from last night that Joubert’s tenacity is proof of the country’s spirit of resiliency.
“Congratulations to our newly crowned Natasha Joubert. Your resilience is testament to our fighting spirit as a nation. We wish you a fruitful year of reign and we look forward to you making a positive impact as our Miss South Africa,” the President said.
Joubert, who is 26 years old and a BCom Marketing Management graduate, founded the fashion label Natalia Jefferys when she was 19 years old.
Joubert, a Tshwane native, expressed her joy and overwhelming gratitude for winning the championship and being the first to don the sparkling new Mowana (“Tree of Life”) crown from Nungu Diamonds.
Joubert, a fan favourite among those watching the pageant, expressed her extreme honour and humility at being named Miss South Africa 2023 in her acceptance speech.
“As I step into this new role, I am filled with a sense of responsibility to make a positive difference in the world around me. I believe that success is not just about personal accomplishments, but about the opportunities, we have to give back and uplift those around us. I will strive to be a source of inspiration and support for others, just as I have been supported on my journey now and before.
“This moment is the epitome of a full circle moment for me. A dream that started 11 years ago…I pledge to use this platform to advocate for the causes close to my heart and to be a source of inspiration for others. Entrepreneurship lies at the heart of innovation and economic growth. It is the driving force that propels nations forward, creating jobs, nurturing creativity, and fostering a spirit of resilience,” Joubert said.
The new Miss South Africa received R1 million in cash in a prize and sponsorship package that includes the use of a serviced apartment at the lavish Brookfield at Royal in Kensington – developed by Tricolt – for the year of her reign.
She will also get to drive a Mercedes-Benz GLC as well as go on a trip to Paris sponsored by L’Oreal.
