{"id":44454,"date":"2026-09-04T11:50:32","date_gmt":"2026-09-04T09:50:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/?p=44454"},"modified":"2026-09-04T11:50:32","modified_gmt":"2026-09-04T09:50:32","slug":"meet-the-miss-ballito-finalists-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/blog\/2026\/09\/04\/meet-the-miss-ballito-finalists-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Meet the Miss Ballito finalists"},"content":{"rendered":"<h4><strong>Beauty with purpose takes centre stage as the Miss Ballito finalists prepare to compete for the crown next month. We caught up with six inspiring young women to find out what drives them and which dreams they\u2019re chasing beyond the pageant.<\/strong><\/h4>\n<h4><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2026\/09\/Karuna-Eraman.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-44457 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2026\/09\/Karuna-Eraman-381x400.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"381\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2026\/09\/Karuna-Eraman-381x400.jpg 381w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2026\/09\/Karuna-Eraman-400x420.jpg 400w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2026\/09\/Karuna-Eraman.jpg 630w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 381px) 100vw, 381px\" \/><\/a>Karuna Eraman, 24<\/strong><br \/>\nLaw graduate and legal intern<\/h4>\n<p><strong>What inspired you to enter Miss Ballito?<\/strong><br \/>\nThe heart behind the crown. I\u2019ve always loved giving back through charity work and Miss Ballito is about so much more than beauty. It\u2019s an opportunity to raise funds for worthy causes, support our community and make a real difference on the North Coast.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Describe yourself in three words.<\/strong><br \/>\nConfident. Compassionate. Charismatic.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Favourite place on the North Coast?<\/strong><br \/>\nWillard Beach holds special memories of beach clean-ups with my mum when I was younger.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What\u2019s your biggest dream?<\/strong><br \/>\nTo launch Karuna Cares, a project that hosts monthly charity and fundraising events for safe houses, schools, orphanages and senior citizens\u2019 clubs across the North Coast.<\/p>\n<h4><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2026\/09\/Kyleen-Govender.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-44458\" src=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2026\/09\/Kyleen-Govender-381x400.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"381\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2026\/09\/Kyleen-Govender-381x400.jpg 381w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2026\/09\/Kyleen-Govender-400x420.jpg 400w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2026\/09\/Kyleen-Govender.jpg 630w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 381px) 100vw, 381px\" \/><\/a>Kyleen Donnel Govender, 20<\/strong><br \/>\nInterior Design student at Vega<\/h4>\n<p><strong>What inspired you to enter Miss Ballito?<\/strong><br \/>\nI wanted to challenge myself, build my confidence and represent the beautiful North Coast. It\u2019s a platform that empowers young women to grow while making a positive impact.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Describe yourself in three words.<\/strong><br \/>\nAmbitious. Compassionate. Resilient.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Favourite place on the North Coast?<\/strong><br \/>\nBallito beach. I love the peaceful atmosphere, beautiful ocean views and the sense of calm I feel there.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What\u2019s your biggest dream?<\/strong><br \/>\nTo own a vineyard in Cape Town that combines my love of design, creativity and hospitality. I also dream of becoming a Victoria\u2019s Secret model and inspiring confidence in others.<\/p>\n<h4><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2026\/09\/Bongeka-Ngubane.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-44456\" src=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2026\/09\/Bongeka-Ngubane-381x400.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"381\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2026\/09\/Bongeka-Ngubane-381x400.jpg 381w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2026\/09\/Bongeka-Ngubane-400x420.jpg 400w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2026\/09\/Bongeka-Ngubane.jpg 630w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 381px) 100vw, 381px\" \/><\/a>Bongeka Ngubane, 27<\/strong><br \/>\nSociology graduate and aspiring model<\/h4>\n<p><strong>What inspired you to enter Miss Ballito?<\/strong><br \/>\nI wanted to begin my modelling journey while proudly representing the North Coast and showing young girls that their dreams are valid.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Describe yourself in three words.<\/strong><br \/>\nResilient. Elegant. Purpose-driven.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Favourite place on the North Coast?<\/strong><br \/>\nZimbali. Its peaceful beauty reflects the elegance I aspire to represent.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What\u2019s your biggest dream?<\/strong><br \/>\nTo become an internationally recognised model who celebrates South African beauty and culture while inspiring the next generation.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>What is Miss Ballito all about?<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>More than a beauty pageant, Miss Ballito is a Rotary Zimbali fundraising initiative that celebrates confident, community-minded young women who are passionate about making a difference. The competition focuses on charity work and personal development, with finalists supporting local causes and using their voices to uplift the community while developing leadership skills, confidence and purpose.<br \/>\n<em><strong>Details:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/missballito.co.za\/\">www.missballito.co.za<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<h4><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2026\/09\/Lerato-Mathaba.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-44459\" src=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2026\/09\/Lerato-Mathaba-381x400.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"381\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2026\/09\/Lerato-Mathaba-381x400.jpg 381w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2026\/09\/Lerato-Mathaba-400x420.jpg 400w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2026\/09\/Lerato-Mathaba.jpg 631w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 381px) 100vw, 381px\" \/><\/a>Lerato Mathaba, 21<\/strong><br \/>\nElectrical Engineering student<\/h4>\n<p><strong>What inspired you to enter Miss Ballito?<\/strong><br \/>\nMy love for the North Coast community and my desire to be a voice for young women. I want to promote confidence and purpose and celebrate the incredible talent we have here.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Describe yourself in three words.<\/strong><br \/>\nDriven. Compassionate. Authentic.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Favourite place on the North Coast?<\/strong><br \/>\nBallito Beach. The ocean, sunsets and community atmosphere always leave me feeling inspired.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What\u2019s your biggest dream?<\/strong><br \/>\nTo create a platform that empowers young women through mentorship, education and opportunity, helping girls believe their dreams are achievable.<\/p>\n<h4><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2026\/09\/Lindohulhle-Ntsele.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-44460\" src=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2026\/09\/Lindohulhle-Ntsele-381x400.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"368\" height=\"386\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2026\/09\/Lindohulhle-Ntsele-381x400.jpg 381w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2026\/09\/Lindohulhle-Ntsele-400x420.jpg 400w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2026\/09\/Lindohulhle-Ntsele.jpg 630w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 368px) 100vw, 368px\" \/><\/a>Lindokuhle Ntsele, 23<\/strong><br \/>\nWaitress at Conchilla<\/h4>\n<p><strong>What inspired you to enter Miss Ballito?<\/strong><br \/>\nI want to represent our community and show young women that confidence and kindness can go hand in hand.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Describe yourself in three words.<\/strong><br \/>\nKind. Determined. Compassionate.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Favourite place on the North Coast?<\/strong><br \/>\nWillard Beach. It reminds me to be grateful and start every day with purpose.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What\u2019s your biggest dream?<\/strong><br \/>\nTo use this platform to empower young women through education and create meaningful change in my community.<\/p>\n<h4><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2026\/09\/Tahirah-Singh.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-44461\" src=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2026\/09\/Tahirah-Singh-381x400.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"381\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2026\/09\/Tahirah-Singh-381x400.jpg 381w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2026\/09\/Tahirah-Singh-400x420.jpg 400w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/ballito-umhlanga\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2026\/09\/Tahirah-Singh.jpg 631w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 381px) 100vw, 381px\" \/><\/a>Tahirah Singh, 21<\/strong><br \/>\nBSc IT and robotics student and SRC president at Eduvos Durban<\/h4>\n<p>What inspired you to enter Miss Ballito?<br \/>\nI\u2019ve always had a passion for charity and community work. 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