{"id":35054,"date":"2024-07-29T11:38:27","date_gmt":"2024-07-29T09:38:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/?p=35054"},"modified":"2024-07-29T11:38:27","modified_gmt":"2024-07-29T09:38:27","slug":"meet-the-miss-ballito-finalists","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/blog\/2024\/07\/29\/meet-the-miss-ballito-finalists\/","title":{"rendered":"Meet the Miss Ballito finalists"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>So much more than a pageant, Miss Ballito\u00a0is a Rotary Zimbali fundraising initiative to empower young women, raise funds for charity and uplift the less fortunate in our community. We got to know this year\u2019s top ten finalists\u2026<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-35068 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/alexia-Minnie-223x400.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"223\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/alexia-Minnie-223x400.jpg 223w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/alexia-Minnie-572x1024.jpg 572w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/alexia-Minnie-768x1375.jpg 768w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/alexia-Minnie-858x1536.jpg 858w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/alexia-Minnie-235x420.jpg 235w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/alexia-Minnie-696x1246.jpg 696w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/alexia-Minnie.jpg 957w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 223px) 100vw, 223px\" \/><strong>ALEXIA MINNIE &#8211; <\/strong>Alexia grew up on a farm in Rustenburg before moving to Ballito in 2021. She is currently on a gap year and enjoys crocheting and learning about South African wildlife. Inspired by the community-focused aspect of Miss Ballito, she hopes to use the platform to promote animal welfare and environmental conservation. In her free time, Alexia enjoys watching KDramas, which have sparked her interest in the Korean language and romance. <strong><em>Alexia is dressed by Muze.<\/em><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-35065\" src=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/Miss-Ballito10-261x400.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"261\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/Miss-Ballito10-261x400.jpg 261w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/Miss-Ballito10-667x1024.jpg 667w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/Miss-Ballito10-768x1179.jpg 768w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/Miss-Ballito10-274x420.jpg 274w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/Miss-Ballito10-696x1068.jpg 696w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/Miss-Ballito10.jpg 860w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 261px) 100vw, 261px\" \/><strong>YUVIKA GOVENDER <\/strong>comes from Zululand and recently moved to the Dolphin Coast. With a bachelor\u2019s and honours degree in supply chain management, she works as a sea freight imports controller. Yuvika is inspired by the charity aspect of Miss Ballito and aims to use the platform to support underprivileged youth. She enjoys spending time with family, creative outings like going to the theatre, and is passionate about helping children with difficult backgrounds. <strong><em>Yuvika is dressed by Beach &amp; Beyond.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-35069\" src=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/annabella-pillay-271x400.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"271\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/annabella-pillay-271x400.jpg 271w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/annabella-pillay-693x1024.jpg 693w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/annabella-pillay-768x1134.jpg 768w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/annabella-pillay-1040x1536.jpg 1040w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/annabella-pillay-284x420.jpg 284w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/annabella-pillay-696x1028.jpg 696w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/annabella-pillay-1068x1578.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/annabella-pillay.jpg 1157w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 271px) 100vw, 271px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>ANNABELLA PILLAY <\/strong>hails from Etete. She\u2019s taking a gap year and works at PNA. She enjoys dancing and writing fiction. Inspired by the community aspect of Miss Ballito, she wants to advocate against child abuse and support neglected children. Annabella values the friendships she has formed with other finalists and appreciates their unique qualities. <em><strong>Annabella is dressed by Holiday.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-35058\" src=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/Miss-Ballito3-265x400.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"265\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/Miss-Ballito3-265x400.jpg 265w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/Miss-Ballito3-677x1024.jpg 677w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/Miss-Ballito3-768x1161.jpg 768w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/Miss-Ballito3-278x420.jpg 278w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/Miss-Ballito3-696x1052.jpg 696w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/Miss-Ballito3.jpg 870w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 265px) 100vw, 265px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>CARA NIGRINI<\/strong>, from Blythdale Beach, is an entrepreneur who sells homemade treats at the Ballito Farmers Market and leads a project for gender-based violence survivors at the Umhlali police station. She has also started a project called \u201cLet\u2019s Be Random\u201d which encourages others to perform random acts of kindness for a happier community. Joining Miss Ballito to build confidence and continue her charitable work, Cara enjoys the support and camaraderie of her fellow finalists. <strong><em>Cara is dressed by Big Blue.\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-35060\" src=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/Miss-Ballito5-267x400.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"267\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/Miss-Ballito5-267x400.jpg 267w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/Miss-Ballito5-685x1024.jpg 685w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/Miss-Ballito5-768x1149.jpg 768w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/Miss-Ballito5-281x420.jpg 281w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/Miss-Ballito5-696x1041.jpg 696w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/Miss-Ballito5.jpg 853w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 267px) 100vw, 267px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>GABRIELLA FERREIRA &#8211; <\/strong>Originally from Johannesburg, Gabriella has lived in Ballito for 10 years. She is studying digital marketing and interning at Maraschino Marketing Collective. Inspired by friends\u2019 experiences with Miss Ballito, Gabriella joined to boost her self-confidence and engage in community service. She loves social activities, including beach outings and markets, and values the opportunity to connect with others through the pageant. <em><strong>Gabriella is dressed by Holiday.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-35059\" src=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/Miss-Ballito4-263x400.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"263\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/Miss-Ballito4-263x400.jpg 263w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/Miss-Ballito4-673x1024.jpg 673w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/Miss-Ballito4-768x1168.jpg 768w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/Miss-Ballito4-276x420.jpg 276w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/Miss-Ballito4-696x1059.jpg 696w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/Miss-Ballito4.jpg 865w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 263px) 100vw, 263px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>CHAN\u00c9 VAN DER WESTHUIZEN &#8211; <\/strong>Chan\u00e9 has lived in Ballito most of her life and is an English teacher. Passionate about helping children, she aims to volunteer at children\u2019s homes to support their education and personal development. Chan\u00e9 joined Miss Ballito to give back, challenge herself, and make new friends. She enjoys beach outings, travel and spending time with loved ones. <em><strong>Chan\u00e9 <\/strong><\/em> <strong><em>is dressed by Big Blue.\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-35061\" src=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/Miss-Ballito6-262x400.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"262\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/Miss-Ballito6-262x400.jpg 262w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/Miss-Ballito6-671x1024.jpg 671w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/Miss-Ballito6-768x1171.jpg 768w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/Miss-Ballito6-275x420.jpg 275w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/Miss-Ballito6-696x1061.jpg 696w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/Miss-Ballito6.jpg 861w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 262px) 100vw, 262px\" \/><strong>GEORGIA DE PONSELLE<\/strong> &#8211; Georgia recently moved to Ballito from Johannesburg and is currently completing matric through online schooling. She enjoys beach outings, morning runs, reading, and creating art. Georgia joined Miss Ballito to step out of her comfort zone, socialise and give back to the community through various projects, particularly those focused on marine conservation. <em><strong>Georgia is dressed by <\/strong><\/em><em><strong>Castaway Love.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-35062\" src=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/Miss-Ballito7-267x400.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"267\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/Miss-Ballito7-267x400.jpg 267w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/Miss-Ballito7-684x1024.jpg 684w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/Miss-Ballito7-768x1149.jpg 768w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/Miss-Ballito7-281x420.jpg 281w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/Miss-Ballito7-696x1042.jpg 696w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/Miss-Ballito7.jpg 872w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 267px) 100vw, 267px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>KHETHIWE DHLAMINI &#8211;<\/strong>Khethiwe, a biomedical scientist originally from Soweto, is now based in Stanger. Passionate about finding a cure for cancer and making a difference in communities, Khethiwe enjoys exploring new places and adventures. She joined Miss Ballito to continue her charitable activities and aspires to start a youth development programme to support children in disadvantaged communities. <strong><em>Khetiwe is dressed by Muze.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-35056\" src=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/Miss-Ballito-265x400.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"265\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/Miss-Ballito-265x400.jpg 265w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/Miss-Ballito-678x1024.jpg 678w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/Miss-Ballito-768x1160.jpg 768w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/Miss-Ballito-278x420.jpg 278w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/Miss-Ballito-696x1051.jpg 696w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/Miss-Ballito.jpg 864w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 265px) 100vw, 265px\" \/><strong>KWANELE KHOZA<\/strong><em><strong>&#8211; <\/strong><\/em>Kwanele is an entrepreneur from Richard\u2019s Bay who recently moved to Salt Rock. She founded K Beauty lashes and directs an NPO for orphaned and underprivileged children. Inspired by the community service aspect of Miss Ballito, Kwanele aims to apply her knowledge in childcare and charity work. She enjoys cooking, a skill she taught herself in Grade 4. <strong><em>Kwanele is dressed by Beach &amp; Beyond.\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-35064\" src=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/Miss-Ballito9-263x400.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"263\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/Miss-Ballito9-263x400.jpg 263w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/Miss-Ballito9-674x1024.jpg 674w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/Miss-Ballito9-768x1167.jpg 768w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/Miss-Ballito9-276x420.jpg 276w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/Miss-Ballito9-696x1058.jpg 696w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/Miss-Ballito9.jpg 864w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 263px) 100vw, 263px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>TIARAH THANAPALAN &#8211; <\/strong>Tiarah lives in Stanger and works as an administrator in Salt Rock. She is also pursuing studies in cabin crew work. Tiarah loves trying out new activities and joined Miss Ballito to build her self-confidence, uplift young women and give back to the community. She has enjoyed making new friends through this experience and is passionate about improving the welfare of stray animals. As a Miss Ballito finalist, she aims to rescue stray animals and ensure they receive the respect and care they deserve.<br \/>\n<em><strong>Tiarah is dressed by <\/strong><\/em><em><strong>Castaway Love.\u00a0<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>Text:<\/strong> Jennifer Campbell <strong>Photographs:<\/strong> Barry Bowditch &amp; Colleen Willis<br \/>\n<strong>Location:<\/strong> Ballito Lifestyle Centre<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Miss Ballito\u00a0is a Rotary Zimbali fundraising initiative to empower young women, raise funds for charity and uplift the less fortunate in our community. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":115,"featured_media":35055,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[4636,479,18],"tags":[1210,9361,11244],"class_list":{"0":"post-35054","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-events","8":"category-people","9":"category-whats-on","10":"tag-miss-ballito","11":"tag-pageant","12":"tag-rotary-zimbali"},"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.5 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Meet the Miss Ballito finalists - Get It Ballito &amp; 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